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 |
|---|---|
| vicissitude | the quality or state of being changeable : mutability |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |
| renege | to go back on a promise or commitment |
| colloquial | used in or characteristic of familiar and informal conversation |
| avuncular | suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality |
| representational | one that represents: such as |
| clapper | one that claps: such as |
| anneal | to heat and then cool (a material, such as steel or glass) usually for softening and making less brittle |
| pertinent | having a clear decisive relevance to the matter in hand |
| swear-word | word considered offensive; Ex. ``bloody'' |