GRE Word List
ANTICLIMAX
the usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea
The meaning of the word anticlimax is the usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| defiance | the act or an instance of defying : challenge |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| carcinogenic | producing or tending to produce cancer |
| merger | the absorption of an estate, a contract, or an interest in another, of a minor offense in a greater, or of a cause of action into a judgment |
| skiff | any of various small boats |
| nicety | the quality or state of being nice |
| facade | the front of a building |
| putrid | being in a state of putrefaction : rotten |
| supererogatory | observed or performed to an extent not enjoined or required |
| solicit | to make petition to : entreat |