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
virilehaving traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree
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dauntlessincapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
rhetoricthe art of speaking or writing effectively: such as
dodderingfeeble
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coevalof the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration
conscientiousmeticulous
extraditionthe surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge