GRE Word List
BOMBARDMENT
a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones
The meaning of the word bombardment is a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| prosperous | auspicious |
| impartial | not partial or biased : treating or affecting all equally |
| malefactor | one who commits an offense against the law |
| sleigh | an open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice |
| dissident | disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief |
| headstrong | not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions |
| churlish | of, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar |
| libertine | a freethinker especially in religious matters |
| exude | to ooze out |