GRE Word List

FLOTSAM

floating wreckage of a ship or its cargo

The meaning of the word flotsam is floating wreckage of a ship or its cargo.

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WordMeaning
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome
bargainan agreement between parties settling what each gives or receives in a transaction between them or what course of action or policy each pursues in respect to the other
notorietythe quality or state of being notorious
franticemotionally out of control
recreantcrying for mercy : cowardly
consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord
synchronoushappening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet