GRE Word List
COLLOQUY
informal discussion; conversation
The meaning of the word colloquy is informal discussion; conversation.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| jest | playful remark or act; V. act or speak playfully |
| covetous | avaricious; desirous of (someone else's possessions); V. covet: desire eagerly (someone else's possessions) |
| delta | flat plain of mud or sand between branches of a river |
| allure | entice; attract; tempt |
| pestle | tool for mashing or grinding substances in a hard bowl or mortar |
| nocturnal | done or active at night; Ex. nocturnal animals/raids; CF. nocturne |
| fawning | courting favor by cringing and flattering; V. fawn: exhibit affection as a dog; seek favor or attention by obsequiousness |
| promulgate | announce; proclaim a doctrine or law; make known by official publication |
| tremor | trembling; slight quiver (as of the earth or from nervous agitation) |
| acquittal | deliverance from a charge; V. acquit: free from a charge or accusation; discharge from a duty; conduct (oneself) in a specified manner |
