GRE Word List
FIGMENT
something made up or contrived
The meaning of the word figment is something made up or contrived.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| spoonerism | a transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil) |
| recluse | marked by withdrawal from society : solitary |
| aloof | removed or distant either physically or emotionally |
| baroque | of, 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 |
| don | to put on (an article of clothing) |
| purveyor | one that purveys |
| adjoin | to add or attach by joining |
| wanderlust | strong longing for or impulse toward wandering |
| gingerly | very cautious or careful |
| nexus | connection |