GRE Word List

DETACHED

standing by itself : separate

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

Random words

WordMeaning
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
spatsquabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel
usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
unceremoniousnot ceremonious : informal
pretentiouscharacterized by pretension: such as
severto put or keep apart : divide
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion
fusionthe act or process of liquefying or rendering plastic by heat
decorumliterary and dramatic propriety : fitness
procrastinateto put off intentionally and habitually