GRE Word List

DICTUM

a noteworthy statement: such as

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

Random words

WordMeaning
foliagea representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation
spectruma continuum of color formed when a beam of white light is dispersed (as by passage through a prism) so that its component wavelengths are arranged in order
drudgeto do hard, menial, or monotonous work
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
acerbitythe quality of being acerbic
eulogistica commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
spanglea small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing
surmountto prevail over : overcome
complaisantmarked by an inclination to please or oblige
predecessorone that precedes