GRE Word List
CANT
insincere speech or expression of piety; jargon of thieves; special words used by a particular group of people
The meaning of the word cant is insincere speech or expression of piety; jargon of thieves; special words used by a particular group of people.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| steadfast | steadily loyal; unswerving; steady |
| pantomime | acting without dialogue; V. |
| dilatory | delaying; tending to delay |
| horde | crowd; swarm |
| imposture | assuming a false identity; masquerade; CF. impostor |
| burnish | make shiny by rubbing; polish |
| verve | enthusiasm (as in artistic performance or composition); liveliness; vigor |
| soliloquy | talking to oneself (esp. in a play); CF. monologue: soliloquy; long speech by one person (often monopolizing a conversation) |
| killjoy | grouch; spoilsport; one who intentionally spoils the pleasure of others |
| unanimity | complete agreement; ADJ. unanimous |
