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
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| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
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| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| nonentity | something that does not exist or exists only in the imagination |
| repository | a place, room, or container where something is deposited or stored : depository |
| addendum | a thing added : addition |
| subsume | to include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element |
| gnarl | snarl |
| murmur | a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling |
| aseptic | preventing infection |