GRE Word List
FASHION
the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time
The meaning of the word fashion is the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pillory | a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked |
| cite | to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) |
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |
| fumble | to grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly |
| shambles | a meat market |
| vex | to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to |
| subservient | useful in an inferior capacity : subordinate |
| exertion | the act or an instance of exerting |
| commensurate | corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate |
| seismic | of, subject to, or caused by an earthquake |