GRE Word List
DECLIVITY
downward inclination
The meaning of the word declivity is downward inclination.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| defame | to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel |
| fidelity | the quality or state of being faithful |
| quagmire | soft miry land that shakes or yields under the foot |
| whet | to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone) |
| blasphemy | the act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| woeful | full of woe : grievous |
| nauseous | causing nausea or disgust : nauseating |
| viand | an item of food |