GRE Word List
BREVITY
shortness of duration
The meaning of the word brevity is shortness of duration.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| aplomb | complete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise |
| posterity | the offspring of one progenitor to the furthest generation |
| emulate | to strive to equal or excel |
| junta | a council or committee for political or governmental purposes |
| odious | arousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful |
| aloof | removed or distant either physically or emotionally |
| jetsam | the part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore |
| schism | division |
| nuptial | of or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony |
| incredulity | the quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief |