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
staccatocut short or apart in performing : disconnected
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
convivialrelating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company
negligencethe quality or state of being negligent
partitionthe action of parting : the state of being parted : division
slickhaving a smooth surface : slippery
lineagedescent in a line from a common progenitor
tomebook
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
inopportuneinconvenient