GRE Word List

DETACHED

standing by itself : separate

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

Random words

WordMeaning
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned
miniaturea copy on a much reduced scale
diatribea bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing
incidentan occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening
sultryvery hot and humid : sweltering
traumaticpsychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems
constituencya body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position)
deferencerespect and esteem due a superior or an elder
codicila legal instrument made to modify an earlier will
apprehensiveviewing the future with anxiety or alarm : feeling or showing fear or apprehension about the future