GRE Word List
FRINGE
an ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band
The meaning of the word fringe is an ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| significant | having meaning |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| infamous | having a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| decomposition | to separate into constituent parts or elements or into simpler compounds |
| daunt | to lessen the courage of : cow |
| avarice | excessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness |
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| sober | not intoxicated |
| colander | a perforated utensil for washing or draining food |