GRE Word List
ARGOT
the language used by a particular type or group of people : an often more or less secret vocabulary and idiom peculiar to a particular group
The meaning of the word argot is the language used by a particular type or group of people : an often more or less secret vocabulary and idiom peculiar to a particular group.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
| clown | farmer |
| reprisal | a retaliatory act |
| tinge | a slight staining or suffusing shade or color |
| fiend | devil |
| enumerate | to ascertain the number of : count |
| witticism | a cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark |
| infinitesimal | immeasurably or incalculably small |
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |