GRE Word List

DORSAL

an ornamental cloth hung behind and above an altar

The meaning of the word dorsal is an ornamental cloth hung behind and above an altar.

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WordMeaning
divergeto move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart
recuperateto get back : regain
cohesionthe act or state of sticking together tightly
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
acmethe highest point or stage
partialitythe quality or state of being partial : bias
integrityfirm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values : incorruptibility
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place
ruffiana brutal person : bully