GRE Word List

LECTERN

a stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker

The meaning of the word lectern is a stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker.

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WordMeaning
bogusnot genuine : counterfeit
autonomoushaving the right or power of self-government
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
cadaverousof or relating to a corpse
intellectthe power of knowing as distinguished from the power to feel and to will : the capacity for knowledge
regenta person who governs a kingdom in the minority, absence, or disability of the sovereign
bombastpretentious inflated speech or writing
mollifyto soothe in temper or disposition : appease
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
memorializeto address or petition by a memorial