GRE Word List
ACCLIVITY
sharp upslope of a hill; OP. declivity
The meaning of the word acclivity is sharp upslope of a hill; OP. declivity.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| leonine | like a lion |
| reputable | respectable; having a good reputation |
| incumbent | obligatory; imposed as an obligation; currently holding an office; N: person who holds an office |
| skimp | provide or use scantily; live very economically; Ex. skimp on necessities; ADJ. skimpy: inadequate in amount; scanty; stingy; niggardly |
| retain | keep; maintain possession of; employ (esp. a lawyer or advisor); N. retainer: servant; fee paid to retain an advisor |
| filth | dirty matter; ADJ. filthy |
| acclimate | adjust to climate or environment; adapt |
| crevice | crack; fissure |
| gravity | seriousness; ADJ. grave |
| valor | bravery; ADJ. valiant: possessing valor; brave |
