GRE Word List
AFFIRMATION
the act of affirming
The meaning of the word affirmation is the act of affirming.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
| estimable | capable of being estimated |
| incommodious | not commodious : inconvenient |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| sour | being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids and is characteristic of lemon juice |
| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
| vigilante | a member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate) |
| hedonist | a person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism |
| adroit | having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations |
| chronic | continuing or occurring again and again for a long time |