GRE Word List
ACCESSORY
an object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else
The meaning of the word accessory is an object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| archipelago | an expanse of water with many scattered islands |
| obsolete | no longer in use or no longer useful |
| seasonal | of, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season |
| laconic | using or involving the use of a minimum of words : concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious |
| hurtle | to move rapidly or forcefully |
| opportune | suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence |
| cross | a structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution |
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| whet | to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone) |
| egotism | excessive use of the first person singular personal pronoun |