GRE Word List
DAIS
a raised platform (as in a hall or large room)
The meaning of the word dais is a raised platform (as in a hall or large room).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| loath | unwilling to do something contrary to one's ways of thinking : reluctant |
| interregnum | the time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes |
| construe | to analyze the arrangement and connection of words in (a sentence or sentence part) |
| nugatory | of little or no consequence : trifling |
| respite | a period of temporary delay |
| sluggish | averse to activity or exertion : indolent |
| vex | to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to |
| execrate | to declare to be evil or detestable : denounce |
| gerontology | the comprehensive multidisciplinary study of aging and older adults compare geriatrics |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |