GRE Word List

CHRONICLE

a historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation

The meaning of the word chronicle is a historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation.

Random words

WordMeaning
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
defalcatededuct
spontaneitythe quality or state of being spontaneous
implodeto burst inward
babbleto talk enthusiastically or excessively
repudiateto refuse to accept
interdicta Roman Catholic ecclesiastical censure withdrawing most sacraments and Christian burial from a person or district
puckerto become wrinkled or constricted
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lapa loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment