GRE Word List

ETHNIC

of or relating to large groups of people classed according to common racial, national, tribal, religious, linguistic, or cultural origin or background

The meaning of the word ethnic is of or relating to large groups of people classed according to common racial, national, tribal, religious, linguistic, or cultural origin or background.

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WordMeaning
prominentstanding out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant
desultorymarked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
dyslexiaa variable often familial learning disability involving difficulties in acquiring and processing language that is typically manifested by a lack of proficiency in reading, spelling, and writing
sluran insulting or disparaging remark or innuendo : aspersion
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
genericrelating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general
contraveneto go or act contrary to : violate
tessellatedhaving a checkered appearance