GRE Word List
CONFLAGRATION
great fire
The meaning of the word conflagration is great fire.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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inductive | pertaining to induction or proceeding from the specific to the general |
stately | formal; ceremonious; grand in style or size; majestic |
swathe | swath; wrap around; bandage; Ex. one's head swathed in bandages |
facilitate | help bring about; make less difficult |
desultory | aimless; haphazard; digressing at random |
fissure | crevice; crack |
lode | metal-bearing vein(long deposit of an ore) |
paleontology | study of prehistoric life or fossils; CF. paleo-: ancient or prehistoric; Ex. paleography: study of ancient written documents |
prodigy | highly gifted child; person with exceptional talents; marvel; wonder |
prevail | be widespread; triumph over; gain victory; prevail on: persuade; induce; Ex. Justice has prevailed; Ex. prevail on someone to do something |