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
ambiencea feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
aspersiona false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation
delveexcavate
demoniacpossessed or influenced by a demon
stolidhaving or expressing little or no sensibility : unemotional
stampedea wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals
abhorto regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe
peruseto examine or consider with attention and in detail : study
opportunesuitable or convenient for a particular occurrence