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
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
writsomething written : writing
dispiritedto deprive of morale or enthusiasm
spectruma continuum of color formed when a beam of white light is dispersed (as by passage through a prism) so that its component wavelengths are arranged in order
noveltysomething new or unusual
fanciedimagined or believed to be true or real
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community
arrearsthe state of being behind in the discharge of obligations
disaffecteddiscontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious
wansuggestive of poor health : sickly