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
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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 |