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
apogeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth
oatha solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation
dapperneat and trim in appearance
facetany of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)
plummetto fall perpendicularly
monochromatichaving or consisting of one color or hue
beneficialproducing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit
impelto urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune