GRE Word List

GRADATION

a series forming successive stages

The meaning of the word gradation is a series forming successive stages.

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WordMeaning
sonorousproducing sound (as when struck)
remnanta usually small part, member, or trace remaining
perpetrateto bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit
dumbfoundto confound (see confound
accessoryan object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else
tatterto make ragged
ambushto attack by surprise from a hidden place : waylay
jocundmarked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness
prateto talk long and idly : chatter
gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers