GRE Word List

ANACHRONISM

an error in chronology

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

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shadecomparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light
institutesomething that is instituted: such as
fruitfulyielding or producing fruit
ecstasya state of overwhelming emotion
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
fluctuateto shift back and forth uncertainly
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
gluttonone given habitually to greedy and voracious eating and drinking
startto move suddenly and violently : spring
toteman object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry