GRE Word List
CLEFT
N: split
The meaning of the word cleft is N: split.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ingenious | marked by inventive skill; clever; resourceful; N. ingenuity |
| imposture | assuming a false identity; masquerade; CF. impostor |
| chaffing | bantering; joking |
| polarize | split into opposite extremes or camps |
| provincial | pertaining to a province; limited in outlook; narrow; unsophisticated |
| plumber | one who installs and repairs pipes and plumbing(pipes) |
| commune | small (often rural) community whose members share work and income; V: exchange thoughts or feelings; Ex. commune with nature |
| boon | blessing; benefit; something very helpful |
| distant | reserved or aloof; cold in manner; Ex. distant greeting; ADV. distantly |
| brand | trademark; mark burned on the hide of an animal; mark burned into the flesh of criminals; mark of disgrace; V: mark with a brand; give a lasting bad name; stigmatize; Ex. The press branded him a liar. |
