GRE Word List

CHECKERED

marked by alternating squares of different colors, shades, or materials

The meaning of the word checkered is marked by alternating squares of different colors, shades, or materials.

Random words

WordMeaning
cordonan ornamental cord or ribbon
doffto remove (an article of wear) from the body
incinerateto cause to burn to ashes
victualsfood usable by people
hieroglyphicwritten in, constituting, or belonging to a system of writing mainly in pictorial characters
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
surpassto become better, greater, or stronger than : exceed
blunthaving an edge or point that is not sharp
omniscienthaving infinite awareness, understanding, and insight
palatialof, relating to, or being a palace