GRE Word List
ALCOVE
a small recessed section of a room : nook
The meaning of the word alcove is a small recessed section of a room : nook.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indiscriminate | not marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment |
| misadventure | misfortune |
| bedraggle | to wet thoroughly |
| doze | to sleep lightly |
| patrimony | an estate inherited from one's father or ancestor |
| decipher | decode |
| ramble | to move aimlessly from place to place |
| dominant | commanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others |
| remunerative | serving to remunerate |
| prophylactic | guarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection |