GRE Word List
DISCOURSE
verbal interchange of ideas
The meaning of the word discourse is verbal interchange of ideas.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ethos | the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution |
| peruse | to examine or consider with attention and in detail : study |
| cursive | running |
| dabble | to work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest |
| chauvinist | an attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex |
| subsume | to include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element |
| hostility | deep-seated usually mutual ill will |
| graphic | of or relating to the pictorial arts |
| languor | weakness or weariness of body or mind |
| assay | to analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components |