GRE Word List
CONSERVATORY
a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants
The meaning of the word conservatory is a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| scruple | a unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table |
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |
| indices | signs; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index |
| gibberish | unintelligible or meaningless language: |
| impinge | encroach |
| coiffure | a style or manner of arranging the hair |
| vent | to provide with a vent |
| passe | past one's prime |
| bandy | to discuss lightly or banteringly |
| gaffe | a social or diplomatic blunder |