GRE Word List
ENDEARMENT
fond word or act; expression of affection
The meaning of the word endearment is fond word or act; expression of affection.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| detraction | slandering; aspersion; detracting; CF. detractor |
| inexorable | relentless; unyielding; implacable; not capable of being changed by entreaty or efforts; Ex. inexorable price rises |
| valediction | saying farewell; expression of leave-taking |
| plumber | one who installs and repairs pipes and plumbing(pipes) |
| tractable | docile; easily managed; (of something) easily changed or molded; N. tractability |
| respite | time for rest; interval of relief; delay in punishment; reprieve |
| allude | refer indirectly; N. allusion: indirect reference |
| virtue | goodness; moral excellence; good quality; advantage; Ex. by virtue of; Ex. make a virtue of necessity |
| overture | musical introduction to a long musical piece; first offer or proposal (to begin talks in the hope of reaching an agreement); Ex. overtures for peace |
| mercantile | concerning trade or merchants |
