GRE Word List

DIADEM

crown

The meaning of the word diadem is crown.

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hypercriticalmeticulously or excessively critical
patriciana member of one of the original citizen families of ancient Rome
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
hoaxto trick into believing or accepting as genuine something false and often preposterous
paritythe quality or state of being equal or equivalent
noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
infringeto encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another