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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| redoubtable | causing fear or alarm : formidable |
| assay | to analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components |
| parvenu | one that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it |
| imbecility | the quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness |
| amoral | having or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong |
| iridescent | having or exhibiting iridescence |
| outspoken | direct and open in speech or expression : frank |
| grotesque | a style of decorative art characterized by fanciful or fantastic human and animal forms often interwoven with foliage or similar figures that may distort the natural into absurdity, ugliness, or caricature |
| floe | floating ice formed in a large sheet on the surface of a body of water |
| decree | an order usually having the force of law |