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 |
|---|---|
| exude | to ooze out |
| quicksilver | mercury |
| distract | to draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time |
| sextant | an instrument for measuring angular distances used especially in navigation to observe altitudes of celestial bodies (as in ascertaining latitude and longitude) |
| panegyric | a eulogistic oration or writing |
| flaunt | to display or obtrude oneself to public notice |
| imperturbable | marked by extreme calm, impassivity, and steadiness : serene |
| incredulity | the quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief |
| ratify | to approve and sanction formally : confirm |
| onerous | involving, imposing, or constituting a burden : troublesome |