GRE Word List
CENTURION
an officer commanding a Roman century
The meaning of the word centurion is an officer commanding a Roman century.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pragmatist | a practical approach to problems and affairs |
| elaboration | planned or carried out with great care |
| gravity | dignity or sobriety of bearing |
| bureaucracy | a body of nonelected government officials |
| cavil | to raise trivial and frivolous objection |
| hatch | a small door or opening (as in an airplane or spaceship) |
| gnarl | snarl |
| augury | divination from auspices (see auspice |
| supercilious | coolly and patronizingly haughty |
| spontaneity | the quality or state of being spontaneous |