GRE Word List
DETACHED
standing by itself : separate
The meaning of the word detached is standing by itself : separate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| impiety | the quality or state of being impious : irreverence |
| gorge | a narrow passage through land |
| chagrin | disquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure |
| introvert | a person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone |
| palliate | to reduce the violence of (a disease) |
| medley | a musical composition made up of a series of songs or short pieces |
| sate | satisfy to the full; satisfy to excess; cloy |
| baleful | deadly or pernicious in influence |
| sanctimonious | hypocritically pious or devout |
| incrustation | a crust or hard coating |