GRE Word List
DETACHED
standing by itself : separate
The meaning of the word detached is standing by itself : separate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| substantive | having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned |
| miniature | a copy on a much reduced scale |
| diatribe | a bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing |
| incident | an occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening |
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |
| traumatic | psychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems |
| constituency | a body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position) |
| deference | respect and esteem due a superior or an elder |
| codicil | a legal instrument made to modify an earlier will |
| apprehensive | viewing the future with anxiety or alarm : feeling or showing fear or apprehension about the future |