GRE Word List

CATASTROPHE

a momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin

The meaning of the word catastrophe is a momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin.

Random words

WordMeaning
hereafterafter this in sequence or in time
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
fallaciousembodying a fallacy
leasha line for leading or restraining an animal
shackhut
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
dulltedious
phyluma direct line of descent within a group
milieuthe physical or social setting in which something occurs or develops : environment
patronizeto act as patron of : provide aid or support for