GRE Word List

ANGULAR

forming an angle : sharp-cornered

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

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WordMeaning
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
thralla state of servitude or submission
surmisea thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
parishthe ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor
condoneto regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless
argotthe language used by a particular type or group of people : an often more or less secret vocabulary and idiom peculiar to a particular group
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
abortiveprematurely born