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
assailto attack violently : assault
lanknot well filled out : slender
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
gobbleto swallow or eat greedily
renounceto give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration
archaeologythe scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities
insurgenta person who revolts against civil authority or an established government
peripatetica follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism