GRE Word List

ANECDOTE

a usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident

The meaning of the word anecdote is a usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident.

Random words

WordMeaning
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
pranktrick
passiveacted upon by an external agency
jeopardizeto expose to danger or risk : imperil
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
writheto twist into coils or folds
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
drudgeto do hard, menial, or monotonous work
compulsionan act of compelling