GRE Word List
APHORISM
a concise statement of a principle
The meaning of the word aphorism is a concise statement of a principle.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| sparse | of few and scattered elements |
| virus | any of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants |
| humble | not proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive |
| incendiary | igniting combustible materials spontaneously |
| carafe | a bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine |
| laceration | the act of lacerating |
| frivolous | of little weight or importance |
| enduring | lasting |
| meager | having little flesh : thin |