GRE Word List

DETACHED

standing by itself : separate

The meaning of the word detached is standing by itself : separate.

Random words

WordMeaning
frolicsomefull of gaiety : playful
primethe second of the canonical hours
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
flayto strip off the skin or surface of : skin
vigoractive bodily or mental strength or force
penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
fundamentalserving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement
shama trick that deludes : hoax
bloatedoverfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc.