GRE Word List
CONTIGUOUS
being in actual contact : touching along a boundary or at a point
The meaning of the word contiguous is being in actual contact : touching along a boundary or at a point.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| residue | something that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant |
| gaunt | excessively thin and angular |
| orient | to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group |
| amorphous | having no definite form : shapeless |
| viscid | having an adhesive quality : sticky |
| polygamist | marriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry |
| arroyo | a watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region |
| meretricious | of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution |
| vitriolic | bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism |
| supplant | to supersede (another) especially by force or treachery |