GRE Word List
FILIGREE
ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces
The meaning of the word filigree is ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sleazy | lacking firmness of texture : flimsy |
| tithe | a tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment |
| cryptic | secret |
| repress | to check by or as if by pressure : curb |
| bar | a straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening) |
| amass | to collect for oneself : accumulate |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| opulence | wealth |
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length |
| belligerent | inclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness |