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
wiltloose freshness; droop
matriarcha woman who rules or dominates a family, group, or state
turncoatone who switches to an opposing side or party
filthfoul or putrid matter
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
tantamountequivalent in value, significance, or effect
fronda large leaf (especially of a palm or fern) usually with many divisions
conflagrationfire
cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
distendextend