GRE Word List
AMBROSIA
the food of the Greek and Roman gods
The meaning of the word ambrosia is the food of the Greek and Roman gods.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| amplify | to expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis |
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| asymmetric | having two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical |
| manacle | a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff |
| plummet | to fall perpendicularly |
| captious | marked by an often ill-natured inclination to stress faults and raise objections |
| frock | an outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit |
| mediate | occupying a middle position |
| mystic | mystical |