GRE Word List

ANACHRONISM

an error in chronology

The meaning of the word anachronism is an error in chronology.

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WordMeaning
acclimateto adapt (someone) to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situation
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
pungentsharply painful
cognizancea distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)
trothloyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity
dawdleto spend time idly
meticulousmarked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details
physiologicalof or relating to physiology
raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier
expatriatebanish