GRE Word List
MEMORIAL
serving to preserve remembrance : commemorative
The meaning of the word memorial is serving to preserve remembrance : commemorative.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nimble | quick and light in motion : agile |
| hedonist | a person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism |
| disenfranchise | to deprive of a franchise, of a legal right, or of some privilege or immunity |
| incisive | impressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation) |
| philanthropist | one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy |
| fleck | streak |
| uproar | a state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance |
| indignation | anger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean |
| historic | historical |
| silt | loose sedimentary material with rock particles usually ¹/₂₀ millimeter or less in diameter |