GRE Word List

DEFAULT

failure to do something required by duty or law : neglect

The meaning of the word default is failure to do something required by duty or law : neglect.

Random words

WordMeaning
viseany of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
aristocracygovernment by the best individuals or by a small privileged class
infernalof or relating to a nether world of the dead
disarraya lack of order or sequence : confusion
promontorya high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water
extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument