GRE Word List

ANACHRONISM

an error in chronology

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

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WordMeaning
triflesomething of little value, substance, or importance
gazettenewspaper
analgesican agent producing diminished sensation to pain without loss of consciousness : a drug that is used to relieve pain and produce analgesia
annulto declare or make legally invalid or void
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
anointto smear or rub with oil or an oily substance
abscissionthe act or process of cutting off : removal
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
orientationthe act or process of orienting or of being oriented
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness