GRE Word List
DISCOURSE
verbal interchange of ideas
The meaning of the word discourse is verbal interchange of ideas.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| irascible | marked by hot temper and easily provoked anger |
| adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
| vie | to strive for superiority : contend |
| collage | an artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, cloth, or wood) glued on a surface |
| hamper | to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede |
| cliche | a trite phrase or expression |
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| unmitigated | not lessened : unrelieved |
| strut | to become turgid : swell |
| underscore | to draw a line under : underline |