GRE Word List

DICTUM

a noteworthy statement: such as

The meaning of the word dictum is a noteworthy statement: such as.

Random words

WordMeaning
equivocalsubject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse
ablutionthe washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite)
compartmenta separate division or section
overwroughtextremely excited : agitated
stultifyto have a dulling or inhibiting effect on
elatedmarked by high spirits : exultant
vetoan authoritative prohibition : interdiction
rakishof, relating to, or characteristic of a rake : dissolute
iotaan infinitesimal amount : jot
plauditan act or round of applause