GRE Word List
CASTE
one of the hereditary classes in Hindu society; social stratification; prestige
The meaning of the word caste is one of the hereditary classes in Hindu society; social stratification; prestige.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| interrogate | question closely; cross-examine; cross-question |
| harangue | long, passionate, and vehement speech; V. |
| mandatory | obligatory; compulsory; of a mandate |
| ashen | ash-colored; deadly pale |
| grumble | complain; mutter discontentedly; grouch; N. |
| abortive | unsuccessful; fruitless |
| gradation | series of gradual stages; degree in such a progression |
| natal | connected with birth; CF. prenatal; CF. postnatal |
| fluke | unlikely occurrence; stroke of fortune; accidental stroke of good luck; ADJ. fluky |
| exhale | breathe out; OP. inhale |
