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
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
cognizancea distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)
rousinggiving rise to excitement : stirring
surmountto prevail over : overcome
soldera metal or metallic alloy used when melted to join metallic surfaces
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
seclusionthe act of secluding : the condition of being secluded
titanichaving great magnitude, force, or power : colossal
thralla state of servitude or submission
obsequiousmarked by or exhibiting a fawning attentiveness