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 |
|---|---|
| unwieldy | not easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome |
| arch- | a typically curved structural member spanning an opening and serving as a support (as for the wall or other weight above the opening) |
| benison | blessing |
| tardy | moving slowly : sluggish |
| overturn | to cause to turn over : upset |
| scintillate | to emit sparks : spark |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| effectuate | to cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect |
| flashy | lacking in substance or flavor : insipid |
| finished | entirely done |