GRE Word List
CONSENSUS
general agreement : unanimity
The meaning of the word consensus is general agreement : unanimity.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incite | to move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on |
| serendipity | the faculty or phenomenon of finding valuable or agreeable things not sought for |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| execute | to carry out fully : put completely into effect |
| repel | to drive back : repulse |
| referendum | the principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative |
| flashy | lacking in substance or flavor : insipid |
| heresy | adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| hoard | a supply or fund stored up and often hidden away |