GRE Word List
CONTEXT
the parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning
The meaning of the word context is the parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wilt | loose freshness; droop |
| matriarch | a woman who rules or dominates a family, group, or state |
| turncoat | one who switches to an opposing side or party |
| filth | foul or putrid matter |
| remit | to lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly |
| tantamount | equivalent in value, significance, or effect |
| frond | a large leaf (especially of a palm or fern) usually with many divisions |
| conflagration | fire |
| cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
| distend | extend |