GRE Word List
ENTERPRISE
a project or undertaking that is especially difficult, complicated, or risky
The meaning of the word enterprise is a project or undertaking that is especially difficult, complicated, or risky.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
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| grunt | to utter a grunt |
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| unassailable | not assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question |
| invert | to reverse in position, order, or relationship |
| monumental | serving as or resembling a monument : massive |
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| parochial | of or relating to a church parish |
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