GRE Word List
COMMONPLACE
commonly found or seen : ordinary
The meaning of the word commonplace is commonly found or seen : ordinary.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| centrifuge | a machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects |
| hubbub | noise |
| scenario | an outline or synopsis of a play |
| abstract | disassociated from any specific instance |
| debut | a first appearance |
| esteem | the regard in which one is held |
| usage | firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure |
| awe | an emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime |
| acrophobia | abnormal dread of being in a high place : fear of heights |
| makeshift | a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute |