GRE Word List
DISQUISITION
a formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse
The meaning of the word disquisition is a formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| medley | a musical composition made up of a series of songs or short pieces |
| adapt | to make fit (as for a new use) often by modification |
| circumspect | careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent |
| fetter | a chain or shackle for the feet |
| inundate | overwhelm |
| virulent | marked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course |
| masochist | a person who derives sexual gratification from being subjected to physical pain or humiliation : an individual given to masochism |
| discomfit | to put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert |
| helm | a lever or wheel controlling the rudder of a ship for steering |
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |