GRE Word List
FLEDGLING
a young bird just fledged (see fledge
The meaning of the word fledgling is a young bird just fledged (see fledge.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| talon | the claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey |
| ovoid | resembling an egg in shape : ovate |
| opportune | suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence |
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| buccaneer | any of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies |
| tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
| hierarchy | a division of angels |
| limber | having a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile |
| profusion | lavish expenditure : extravagance |
| tertiary | of third rank, importance, or value |