GRE Word List

ANACHRONISM

an error in chronology

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

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WordMeaning
celestialof, relating to, or suggesting heaven or divinity
glutto flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
esotericdesigned for or understood by the specially initiated alone
indifferentmarked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic
sinuousof a serpentine or wavy form : winding
tenantone who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another
pecuniaryconsisting of or measured in money
complacencyself-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies
accessiblecapable of being reached