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 |
|---|---|
| promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |
| asymmetric | having two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical |
| crust | the hardened exterior or surface part of bread |
| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
| magnitude | great size or extent |
| preempt | to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption |
| malfeasance | wrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official |
| sour | being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids and is characteristic of lemon juice |
| maleficent | working or productive of harm or evil : baleful |
| fancier | one that has a special liking or interest |