GRE Word List
ACNE
a disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles
The meaning of the word acne is a disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| anachronism | an error in chronology |
| apparition | an unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon |
| abrogate | to abolish by authoritative action : annul |
| concoct | to prepare by combining raw materials |
| bemused | marked by confusion or bewilderment : dazed |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| diminution | the act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease |
| stint | a period of time spent at a particular activity |
| impunity | exemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss |
| diffuse | being at once verbose and ill-organized |