GRE Word List
DETACHED
standing by itself : separate
The meaning of the word detached is standing by itself : separate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| jumble | to move in a confused or disordered manner |
| chronicle | a historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |
| rousing | giving rise to excitement : stirring |
| simian | of, relating to, or resembling monkeys or apes |
| evasive | tending or intended to evade : equivocal |
| lottery | a drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance |
| narrative | something that is narrated : story |
| emetic | an agent that induces vomiting |
| hue_and_cry | outcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule |