GRE Word List
AQUILINE
curving like an eagle's beak
The meaning of the word aquiline is curving like an eagle's beak.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dappled | marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background |
| skeptic | an adherent or advocate of skepticism |
| florid | very flowery in style : ornate |
| epilogue | a concluding section that rounds out the design of a literary work |
| delta | the 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table |
| archetype | the original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype |
| cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
| retentive | having the power, property, or capacity of retaining |
| pry | to look closely or inquisitively |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |