GRE Word List
FACET
small plane surface (of a gem(precious stone)); a side
The meaning of the word facet is small plane surface (of a gem(precious stone)); a side.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| industrious | diligent; hard-working; N. industry |
| adroit | skillful (in using mind or hand) |
| levee | earthen or stone embankment to prevent flooding; CF. raise |
| dote | be excessively fond of; show signs of mental decline |
| dishearten | discourage |
| obscure | dark; vague; unclear; not well known; Ex. obscure meaning/village; V: darken; cover; make unclear; Ex. obscure the moon/meaning |
| autonomous | self-governing; N. autonomy |
| hubbub | confused uproar; loud noise; din |
| enjoin | command; order; forbid |
| benefactor | gift giver; patron; person who does good or who gives money for a good purpose |
