GRE Word List
BESET
to set or stud with or as if with ornaments
The meaning of the word beset is to set or stud with or as if with ornaments.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| insurmountable | incapable of being surmounted : insuperable |
| cynosure | the northern constellation Ursa Minor |
| seminary | an environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated |
| refulgent | a radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| squander | to spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate |
| gambit | a chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position |
| soliloquy | the act of talking to oneself |
| rebus | a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound |
| brochure | pamphlet |