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.

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WordMeaning
malapropismthe usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase
derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
appositehighly pertinent or appropriate : apt
studiedcarefully considered or prepared : thoughtful
compulsivehaving power to compel
victualsfood usable by people
bungleto act or work clumsily and awkwardly
carnagethe flesh of slain animals or humans
gossamera film of cobwebs floating in air in calm clear weather
sacrosanctmost sacred or holy : inviolable