GRE Word List
ARCHIPELAGO
an expanse of water with many scattered islands
The meaning of the word archipelago is an expanse of water with many scattered islands.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ambidextrous | using both hands with equal ease or dexterity |
| musty | impaired by damp or mildew : moldy |
| frugality | the quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift |
| dissection | the act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected |
| expository | of, relating to, or containing exposition |
| elucidate | to make lucid especially by explanation or analysis |
| pulverize | to reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize |
| severity | the quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh |
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| persist | to go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning |