GRE Word List

CITADEL

a fortress that commands (see command

The meaning of the word citadel is a fortress that commands (see command.

Random words

WordMeaning
inciteto move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on
ubiquitousexisting or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread
strangleto choke to death by compressing the throat with something (such as a hand or rope) : throttle
hardybold
compendiuma brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract
gerontologythe comprehensive multidisciplinary study of aging and older adults compare geriatrics
retroactiveextending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past
doggerelloosely styled and irregular in measure especially for burlesque or comic effect
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
concoctto prepare by combining raw materials