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
fallibleliable to be erroneous
arrogancean attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions
brawlto quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle
explicitfully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
distinctdistinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete
protagonistthe principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story)
eulogistica commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
browbeatto intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully
grouseany of various chiefly ground-dwelling birds (family Tetraonidae) that are usually of reddish-brown or other protective color and have feathered legs and that include many important game birds