GRE Word List
AMPHITHEATER
oval building with tiers of seats; CF. arena
The meaning of the word amphitheater is oval building with tiers of seats; CF. arena.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| implement | put into effect; enforce; carry out; supply with tools; Ex. implement the plan/suggestion; N: tool or instrument |
| tutelary | protective; pertaining to a guardianship; Ex. tutelary deities |
| deciduous | falling off at a specific season or stage of growth as of leaves; Ex. deciduous tree/teeth |
| victuals | food; provisions; V. victual: provide with food |
| broil | cook by direct heat; N. |
| steep | soak; saturate; Ex. steep the fabric in the dye bath; ADJ: precipitous |
| redoubtable | formidable; causing fear |
| depreciate | lessen in value; belittle; represent as of little value |
| imperil | put in danger |
| trifling | trivial; unimportant |