GRE Word List

FACADE

the front of a building

The meaning of the word facade is the front of a building.

Random words

WordMeaning
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
pedagogythe art, science, or profession of teaching
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
corroborateto support with evidence or authority : make more certain
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
gushto issue copiously or violently
academicof, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning
squanderto spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate
protocolan original draft, minute, or record of a document or transaction
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building