GRE Word List

ANGULAR

forming an angle : sharp-cornered

The meaning of the word angular is forming an angle : sharp-cornered.

Random words

WordMeaning
cumulativeincreasing by successive additions
abbreviateto make briefer
maelstroma powerful often violent whirlpool sucking in objects within a given radius
mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
tycoona businessperson of exceptional wealth, power, and influence : magnate
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
niggardlygrudgingly mean about spending or granting : begrudging
bulgeto jut out : swell
retrieveto locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)