GRE Word List
FORTE
one's strong point
The meaning of the word forte is one's strong point.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| syllogism | a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable") |
| coeval | of the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration |
| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| smolder | to burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke |
| preamble | an introductory statement |
| asperity | roughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger |
| rustle | to make or cause a rustle |
| fledgling | a young bird just fledged (see fledge |
| exotic | introduced from another country : not native to the place where found |
| insolvent | unable to pay debts as they fall due in the usual course of business |