GRE Word List
ABORIGINAL
being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region
The meaning of the word aboriginal is being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| syllogism | a 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") |
| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
| askew | out of line : at an angle |
| penury | a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money) |
| adamant | unshakable or insistent especially in maintaining a position or opinion : unyielding |
| shrivel | to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture |
| flair | a skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent |
| begrudge | to give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure |
| memorialize | to address or petition by a memorial |
| discordant | being at variance : disagreeing |