GRE Word List
COMMEMORATIVE
intended as a commemoration
The meaning of the word commemorative is intended as a commemoration.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| equinox | either of the two points on the celestial sphere where the celestial equator intersects the ecliptic |
| deride | to laugh at or insult contemptuously |
| sophistry | subtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation |
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| egotistical | characterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance |
| lineaments | an outline, feature, or contour of a body or figure and especially of a face |
| downcast | low in spirit : dejected |
| blatant | noisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous |
| impasse | a predicament affording no obvious escape |
| headfirst | with the head foremost |