GRE Word List
AUGURY
divination from auspices (see auspice
The meaning of the word augury is divination from auspices (see auspice.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| grandiose | characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration |
| nocturnal | of, relating to, or occurring in the night |
| curator | a person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits |
| glossary | a collection of textual glosses or of specialized terms with their meanings |
| eminent | exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent |
| cringe | to recoil in distaste |
| bowdlerize | to expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar |
| consort | associate |
| philatelist | a specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps |
| untenable | not able to be defended |