GRE Word List
CULMINATION
highest point; climax; V. culminate in: reach the highest point in; end in; Ex. a series of minor clashes culminating in war
The meaning of the word culmination is highest point; climax; V. culminate in: reach the highest point in; end in; Ex. a series of minor clashes culminating in war.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| litany | supplicatory prayer; prayer in which the priest calls out and the people replies in the same words |
| broil | cook by direct heat; N. |
| audacious | daring; bold; N. audacity |
| credential | evidence concerning one's authority; written proof of a person's position; Ex. The new ambassador presented his credentials to the court. |
| historic | important in history; Ex. historic battle |
| vociferous | clamorous; noisy; V. vociferate: cry out loudly (when complaining) |
| perquisite | any gain above stipulated salary; Ex. perquisites such as free meals and a car |
| facet | small plane surface (of a gem(precious stone)); a side |
| dour | sullen; gloomy; stubborn |
| speechless | unable for the moment to speak (because of strong feeling); Ex. speechless with anger |
