GRE Word List

FIGMENT

something made up or contrived

The meaning of the word figment is something made up or contrived.

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WordMeaning
spoonerisma transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil)
reclusemarked by withdrawal from society : solitary
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
donto put on (an article of clothing)
purveyorone that purveys
adjointo add or attach by joining
wanderluststrong longing for or impulse toward wandering
gingerlyvery cautious or careful
nexusconnection