GRE Word List
CISTERN
an artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
The meaning of the word cistern is an artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disavowal | to deny responsibility for : repudiate |
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |
| espouse | marry |
| ephemeral | lasting a very short time |
| benison | blessing |
| potable | suitable for drinking |
| ichthyology | a branch of zoology that deals with fishes |
| orator | one who delivers an oration |
| insalubrious | not conducive to health : unwholesome |
| calculated | apt |