GRE Word List
CULPRIT
one accused of or charged with a crime
The meaning of the word culprit is one accused of or charged with a crime.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bevy | a large group or collection |
| derision | the use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt |
| preempt | to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption |
| irony | the use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning |
| artifacts | a usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object |
| wilt | loose freshness; droop |
| precis | a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts |
| incisive | impressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation) |
| caldron | a large kettle or boiler |
| diaphanous | characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through |