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

WordMeaning
dossiera file containing detailed records on a particular person or subject
leave-takingdeparture
blowhardan arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart
bludgeona short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon
omniscienthaving infinite awareness, understanding, and insight
garrulousgiven to prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity : pointlessly or annoyingly talkative
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief
spatsquabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel
discloseto make known or public
disbandto break up the organization of : dissolve