GRE Word List
CAMEO
a gem carved in relief (see relief
The meaning of the word cameo is a gem carved in relief (see relief.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| precursor | one that precedes and indicates the approach of another |
| abstain | to choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice |
| insidious | having a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle |
| censure | a judgment involving condemnation |
| confidant | one to whom secrets are entrusted |
| vacillate | to waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses |
| trickle | to issue or fall in drops |
| distort | to twist (see twist |
| voluptuous | suggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form |
| rubble | broken fragments (as of rock) resulting from the decay or destruction of a building |
