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 |
|---|---|
| geniality | marked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness |
| scholarly | of, characteristic of, or suitable to learned persons : learned |
| polemic | an aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another |
| beneficial | producing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit |
| delirium | an acute (see acute |
| roil | to make turbid by stirring up the sediment or dregs of |
| gestate | to carry in the uterus during pregnancy |
| junket | trip |
| anodyne | serving to alleviate pain |
| infraction | the act of infringing : violation |