GRE Word List
BADINAGE
playful repartee : banter
The meaning of the word badinage is playful repartee : banter.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| beneficial | producing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit |
| bar | a straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening) |
| rostrum | an ancient Roman platform for public orators |
| stamp | to pound or crush with a pestle or a heavy instrument |
| precedent | prior in time, order, arrangement, or significance |
| induct | to put in formal possession (as of a benefice or office) : install |
| initiate | to cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going |
| oaf | a stupid person : boob |
| contusion | injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise |
| disclaim | to make a disclaimer |