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.

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WordMeaning
unanimitythe quality or state of being unanimous
hiatusa break in or as if in a material object : gap
simperto smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner
cunningdexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end
flukeflatfish
gibeto utter taunting words
constituenta member of a constituency
brinkedge
industriousconstantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent
pilfersteal