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
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
indifferentmarked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic
espousemarry
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
millenniumthe thousand years mentioned in Revelation (see revelation
promiscuoushaving or involving many sexual partners : not restricted to one sexual partner or few sexual partners
prolongto lengthen in time : continue
imposturethe act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name
ramparta protective barrier : bulwark