GRE Word List

ANTIQUITY

ancient times

The meaning of the word antiquity is ancient times.

Random words

WordMeaning
fastidiousshowing or demanding excessive delicacy or care
subordinateplaced in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior
exclaimto cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion
distendextend
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal
cordialshowing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval
concessionthe act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat)
plaintiveexpressive of suffering or woe : melancholy