GRE Word List

FIGMENT

something made up or contrived

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

Random words

WordMeaning
theoreticalexisting only in theory : hypothetical
tossto throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile
adagea saying often in metaphorical form that typically embodies a common observation
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
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
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
vanguardthe forefront of an action or movement
authoritarianof, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority
furrowa trench in the earth made by a plow