GRE Word List

DETACHED

standing by itself : separate

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

Random words

WordMeaning
grandeurthe quality or state of being grand : magnificence
clariona medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones
baitto persecute or exasperate with unjust, malicious, or persistent attacks
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
propellantcapable of propelling
retrospectiveof, relating to, or given to retrospection
steadfastfirmly fixed in place : immovable
affluenceabundance of property : wealth
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook