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 |
|---|---|
| hedonist | a person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism |
| import | to bring from a foreign or external source: such as |
| grudge | to be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully |
| brackish | somewhat salty |
| deflect | to turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction |
| inequity | injustice |
| arcade | a long arched building or gallery |
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length |
| forbearance | a refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due |
| unwieldy | not easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome |