GRE Word List
DISSERTATION
an extended usually written treatment of a subject
The meaning of the word dissertation is an extended usually written treatment of a subject.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |
| contempt | the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain |
| inkling | a slight knowledge or vague notion |
| skimp | skimpy |
| animus | a usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will |
| stentorian | extremely loud |
| die | to pass from physical life : expire |
| enervate | lacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated |
| innuendo | an oblique allusion : hint |
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