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 |
|---|---|
| outcast | one that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah |
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| decoy | a pond into which wildfowl are lured for capture |
| mnemonic | assisting or intended to assist memory |
| horticultural | the science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants |
| accord | to grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned |
| sly | wise in practical affairs |
| debonair | suave |
| encipher | to convert (a message) into cipher |
| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |