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
supersedeto cause to be set aside
factitiousproduced by humans rather than by natural forces
redressto set right : remedy
anthologya collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music
enormityan outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
enterprisingmarked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
alacritypromptness in response : cheerful readiness
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
chorethe regular or daily light work of a household or farm