GRE Word List
CIRCLET
a little circle
The meaning of the word circlet is a little circle.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| transition | a change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another |
| carillon | a set of fixed chromatically tuned bells sounded by hammers controlled from a keyboard |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| abusive | using harsh, insulting language |
| actuate | to put into mechanical action or motion |
| careen | to put (a ship or boat) on a beach especially in order to clean, caulk, or repair the hull |
| affluence | abundance of property : wealth |
| lace | to draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets |
| jumble | to move in a confused or disordered manner |