GRE Word List
GLOSS
brief explanation note or translation of a difficult expression; V.
The meaning of the word gloss is brief explanation note or translation of a difficult expression; V..
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| random | without definite purpose, plan, or aim; haphazard; Ex. random shots; Ex. chosen at random |
| pachyderm | thick-skinned animal |
| plebiscite | direct vote by the entire electorate (on an important issue) |
| ventral | abdominal |
| prop | support placed under or against something; V. |
| malapropism | comic misuse of a word; CF. Mrs. Malaprop |
| exempt | not subject to a duty or obligation; free from a duty; V. |
| obsolete | outmoded; no longer used |
| obsequy | funeral ceremony |
| aggregate | sum; total; ADJ. V: gather into a mass or whole; accumulate; add up to; Ex. aggregate 100 dollars |
