GRE Word List

ACCLIVITY

an ascending slope (as of a hill)

The meaning of the word acclivity is an ascending slope (as of a hill).

Random words

WordMeaning
laconicusing or involving the use of a minimum of words : concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious
inordinateexceeding reasonable limits : immoderate
mimean ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner
juggernauta massive inexorable force, campaign, movement, or object that crushes whatever is in its path
fathomlessincapable of being fathomed : immeasurable
monarchyundivided rule or absolute sovereignty by a single person
hermitagethe habitation of a hermit
inalienableincapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred
chideto speak out in angry or displeased rebuke
cadeta younger brother or son