GRE Word List

ALIAS

otherwise called : otherwise known as

The meaning of the word alias is otherwise called : otherwise known as.

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WordMeaning
palmany of a family (Palmae synonym Arecaceae) of mostly tropical or subtropical monocotyledonous trees, shrubs, or vines with usually a simple stem and a terminal crown of large pinnate or fan-shaped leaves
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
usurythe lending of money with an interest charge for its use
stampto pound or crush with a pestle or a heavy instrument
shrivelto draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture
unassailablenot assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question
enmitypositive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will
licensepermission to act
brazenmade of brass
coiffurea style or manner of arranging the hair