GRE Word List
GERMANE
being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting
The meaning of the word germane is being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hierarchy | a division of angels |
| tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
| yoke | a wooden bar or frame by which two draft animals (such as oxen) are joined at the heads or necks for working together |
| euthanasia | the act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy |
| vindictive | disposed to seek revenge : vengeful |
| overturn | to cause to turn over : upset |
| court | the residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary |
| palette | a thin oval or rectangular board or tablet that a painter holds and mixes pigments on |
| leonine | of, relating to, suggestive of, or resembling a lion |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |