GRE Word List

ATTRIBUTE

a quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something

The meaning of the word attribute is a quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something.

Random words

WordMeaning
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
plaitpleat
extirpateto destroy completely : wipe out
reproachan expression of rebuke or disapproval
marshala high official in the household of a medieval king, prince, or noble originally having charge of the cavalry but later usually in command of the military forces
executorone who executes something
velocityquickness of motion : speed
figurinea small carved or molded figure : statuette
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner
obesehaving excessive body fat