GRE Word List
BREVITY
shortness of duration
The meaning of the word brevity is shortness of duration.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| slither | to slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface |
| clientele | a body of clients |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
| increment | the amount or degree by which something changes |
| grimace | a facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain |
| determination | a judicial decision settling and ending a controversy |
| sere | being dried and withered |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| foreshadow | to represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure |