GRE Word List
ANACHRONISM
an error in chronology
The meaning of the word anachronism is an error in chronology.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prodigal | characterized by profuse or wasteful expenditure : lavish |
| winsome | generally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence |
| mar | to ruin or diminish the perfection or wholeness of : spoil |
| outmoded | not being in style |
| dignitary | one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor |
| allude | to make indirect reference |
| terrestrial | of or relating to the earth or its inhabitants |
| citadel | a fortress that commands (see command |
| infernal | of or relating to a nether world of the dead |
| opportune | suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence |