GRE Word List

EPOCH

an event or a time marked by an event that begins a new period or development

The meaning of the word epoch is an event or a time marked by an event that begins a new period or development.

Random words

WordMeaning
unguenta soothing or healing salve : ointment
sonicutilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
idyllicpleasing or picturesque in natural simplicity
lista simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects)
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
composta mixture that consists largely of decayed organic matter and is used for fertilizing and conditioning land
tremulouscharacterized by or affected with trembling or tremors
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment
defrockto deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office