GRE Word List
COGNIZANCE
a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)
The meaning of the word cognizance is a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| trim | to remove by or as if by cutting |
| gnarled | full of knots or gnarls : knotty |
| earn | to receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered |
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| advocate | one who defends or maintains a cause or proposal |
| substantive | having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned |
| centripetal | proceeding or acting in a direction toward a center or axis |
| frolic | full of fun : merry |
| effusion | an act of effusing |