GRE Word List

SYNTHESIS

the composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole

The meaning of the word synthesis is the composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole.

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WordMeaning
primto give a prim or demure expression to
convivialrelating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company
elusivetending to elude: such as
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
syllogisma deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable")
rentproperty (such as a house) rented or for rent
idolatrythe worship of a physical object as a god
soarto fly aloft or about
exculpateto clear from alleged fault or guilt