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 |
|---|---|
| chronicle | a historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation |
| caprice | a sudden, impulsive, and seemingly unmotivated notion or action |
| baffle | to defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert |
| predispose | to dispose in advance |
| untenable | not able to be defended |
| erotic | of, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire |
| spry | able to move quickly, easily, and lightly : nimble |
| outcast | one that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah |
| agility | the quality or state of being agile : nimbleness |
| repository | a place, room, or container where something is deposited or stored : depository |