GRE Word List

APOCALYPTIC

of, relating to, or resembling an apocalypse

The meaning of the word apocalyptic is of, relating to, or resembling an apocalypse.

Random words

WordMeaning
infiltrateto enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes
pinnaclean upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress
disjointedbeing thrown out of orderly function
gregarioustending to associate with others of one's kind : social
propellantcapable of propelling
prudea person who is excessively or priggishly attentive to propriety or decorum
inanelacking significance, meaning, or point : silly
specka small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay
culverta transverse drain
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah