GRE Word List

CATACLYSM

flood

The meaning of the word cataclysm is flood.

Random words

WordMeaning
nadirthe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
dripto let fall in drops
delveexcavate
insuperableincapable of being surmounted, overcome, passed over, or solved
rectitudethe quality or state of being straight
judicioushaving, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment
ensueto strive to attain : pursue
pandemoniuma wild uproar (as because of anger or excitement in a crowd of people)
apexthe uppermost point : vertex