GRE Word List

CRYPTIC

secret

The meaning of the word cryptic is secret.

Random words

WordMeaning
transcribeto make a written copy of
tenantone who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
auxiliaryoffering or providing help
nipto catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
loga usually bulky piece or length of a cut or fallen tree
stupora condition of greatly dulled or completely suspended sense or sensibility
cruxa puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question