GRE Word List
ACUMEN
keenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters
The meaning of the word acumen is keenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| correlate | either of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife) |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |
| dawdle | to spend time idly |
| 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 |
| wan | suggestive of poor health : sickly |
| maraud | to roam about and raid in search of plunder |
| sleek | slick |
| residue | something that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant |
| impenetrable | incapable of being penetrated or pierced |
| forte | one's strong point |