GRE Word List
HIATUS
a break in or as if in a material object : gap
The meaning of the word hiatus is a break in or as if in a material object : gap.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| interjection | an ejaculatory utterance usually lacking grammatical connection: such as |
| stump | the basal portion of a bodily part remaining after the rest is removed |
| leeway | an allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance |
| touchy | marked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation |
| clout | a piece of cloth or leather : rag |
| controvert | to dispute or oppose by reasoning |
| acerbity | the quality of being acerbic |
| maculated | marked with spots : blotched |
| vantage | a position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view |
| largess | liberal giving (as of money) to or as if to an inferior |