GRE Word List
GASTRONOMY
the art or science of good eating
The meaning of the word gastronomy is the art or science of good eating.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
| tycoon | a businessperson of exceptional wealth, power, and influence : magnate |
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |
| beset | to set or stud with or as if with ornaments |
| conciliatory | intended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate |
| dissertation | an extended usually written treatment of a subject |
| nonsense | words or language having no meaning or conveying no intelligible ideas |
| stagnant | not flowing in a current or stream |
| flick | a light sharp jerky stroke or movement |