GRE Word List
ABSTRUSE
difficult to comprehend : recondite
The meaning of the word abstruse is difficult to comprehend : recondite.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| revoke | to annul by recalling or taking back : rescind |
| embrace | to clasp in the arms : hug |
| adverse | acting against or in a contrary direction : hostile |
| 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") |
| tertiary | of third rank, importance, or value |
| glaring | having a fixed look of hostility, fierceness, or anger |
| vilify | to utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame |
| monarchy | undivided rule or absolute sovereignty by a single person |
| affirmation | the act of affirming |
| wistful | full of yearning or desire tinged with melancholy |