GRE Word List

CATACLYSM

flood

The meaning of the word cataclysm is flood.

Random words

WordMeaning
cadaverousof or relating to a corpse
contrivancea thing contrived
turbidthick or opaque with or as if with roiled sediment
hallowedholy
arrayto dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn
predilectionan established preference for something
clapto strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise
warrena place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant)
compassionsympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it
adherentone who adheres to something: such as