GRE Word List
CORDON
extended line of men or fortifications to prevent access or egress; ( ܵ ġ) ; V.
The meaning of the word cordon is extended line of men or fortifications to prevent access or egress; ( ܵ ġ) ; V..
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| antithesis | contrast; direct opposite of or to; ADJ. antithetic or antithetical |
| spat | squabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel |
| myopic | nearsighted; lacking foresight; N. myopia |
| sibling | brother or sister |
| swear-word | word considered offensive; Ex. ``bloody'' |
| forfeit | something surrendered as punishment for a crime or breach of contract; V: lose as a forfeit; N. forfeiture |
| flick | light stroke as with a whip; V: move with a light quick blow; strike with a light quick blow (as from a whip); Ex. flick the switch |
| imposture | assuming a false identity; masquerade; CF. impostor |
| degenerate | become worse in quality; deteriorate; ADJ: having become worse; Ex. a degenerate species; N: depraved or corrupt person |
| impudence | impertinence; insolence |
