GRE Word List

BOLSTER

a long pillow or cushion

The meaning of the word bolster is a long pillow or cushion.

Random words

WordMeaning
stipulateto make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract
cataracta clouding of the lens of the eye or of its surrounding transparent membrane that obstructs the passage of light
striatedmarked with striations or striae
peripheralof, relating to, involving, or forming a periphery or surface part
calorificcaloric
pursea small bag for money
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
amphitheateran oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles
pragmaticrelating to matters of fact or practical affairs often to the exclusion of intellectual or artistic matters : practical as opposed to idealistic
epitheta characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing