GRE Word List
GLITTER
to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
The meaning of the word glitter is to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| herald | an official at a tournament of arms (see arm |
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| detrimental | obviously harmful : damaging |
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| slither | to slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface |
| codicil | a legal instrument made to modify an earlier will |
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| quay | a structure built parallel to the bank of a waterway for use as a landing place |
| disparate | markedly distinct in quality or character |
| vie | to strive for superiority : contend |