GRE Word List

GORGE

a narrow passage through land

The meaning of the word gorge is a narrow passage through land.

Random words

WordMeaning
acclimateto adapt (someone) to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situation
impendingoccurring or likely to occur soon : upcoming
avantgardegroup of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard
diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
stupefyto make stupid, groggy, or insensible
biennialoccurring every two years
vigilantea member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate)
somaticof, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm
apoliticalhaving no interest or involvement in political affairs