GRE Word List
FACET
any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)
The meaning of the word facet is any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| institutionalize | to make into an institution : give character of an institution to |
| tribute | something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved |
| illimitable | incapable of being limited or bounded : measureless |
| gamely | a physical or mental competition conducted according to rules with the participants in direct opposition to each other |
| opprobrium | something that brings disgrace |
| turgid | excessively embellished in style or language : bombastic |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| impervious | not allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable |
| solace | to give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console |
| effrontery | shameless boldness : insolence |