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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| subtlety | the quality or state of being subtle |
| titillate | to excite pleasurably : arouse by stimulation |
| nemesis | the Greek goddess of retributive justice |
| polyglot | one who is polyglot |
| imperturbable | marked by extreme calm, impassivity, and steadiness : serene |
| thespian | actor |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
| dilettante | a person having a superficial interest in an art or a branch of knowledge : dabbler |
| cross | a structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution |