GRE Word List

DIURNAL

active chiefly in the daytime

The meaning of the word diurnal is active chiefly in the daytime.

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WordMeaning
obfuscateto throw into shadow : darken
truisman undoubted or self-evident truth
asinineextremely or utterly foolish or silly
piecemealone piece at a time : gradually
friezea heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
disclaimto make a disclaimer
tatterto make ragged
nourishnurture
tritehackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original