GRE Word List
ANACHRONISM
an error in chronology
The meaning of the word anachronism is an error in chronology.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| plaster | a medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance |
| erudite | having or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition |
| squalor | the quality or state of being squalid |
| avenge | to take vengeance for or on behalf of |
| officious | volunteering one's services where they are neither asked nor needed : meddlesome |
| bevy | a large group or collection |
| desolate | devoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted |
| intermittent | coming and going at intervals : not continuous |
| latch | to lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms |
| redoubtable | causing fear or alarm : formidable |