GRE Word List
ATTRIBUTE
essential quality; V: ascribe; explain
The meaning of the word attribute is essential quality; V: ascribe; explain.
Random words
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overture | musical introduction to a long musical piece; first offer or proposal (to begin talks in the hope of reaching an agreement); Ex. overtures for peace |
parchment | writing material made from the skin of a sheep or goat |
affidavit | written statement made under oath (for use as proof in a court of law) |
endear | make beloved; Ex. endear her to everyone; ADJ. dear: loved; cherished; high-priced |
galaxy | large isolated system of stars, such as the Milky Way; collection of brilliant personalities |
groove | long narrow channel made in a surface to guide the movement of something; Ex. groove of the record |
gregarious | sociable; (of an animal) tending to form a group |
monograph | scholarly article |
solace | comfort in sorrow or trouble; consolation; V: comfort or console in time of sorrow or trouble |
viscous | (of a liquid) thick and sticky; gluey; viscid; CF. consistency |