GRE Word List
COGNATE
of the same or similar nature : generically alike
The meaning of the word cognate is of the same or similar nature : generically alike.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| gloss | a surface luster or brightness : shine |
| manumit | to release from slavery |
| cow | the mature female of cattle (genus Bos) |
| antecede | precede |
| odious | arousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful |
| euthanasia | the act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy |
| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
| calumny | a misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation |
| ameliorate | to make better or more tolerable |
| unassuming | not assuming : modest |