GRE Word List

CATACLYSM

flood

The meaning of the word cataclysm is flood.

Random words

WordMeaning
cunningdexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end
usurythe lending of money with an interest charge for its use
rusticateto go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life
negateto deny the existence or truth of
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
reprisala retaliatory act
purgatoryan intermediate state after death for expiatory purification
disarraya lack of order or sequence : confusion
indiscriminatenot marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment
carafea bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine