GRE Word List
HINTERLANDS
a region lying inland from a coast
The meaning of the word hinterlands is a region lying inland from a coast.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rendezvous | a place appointed for assembling or meeting |
| hedonist | a person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism |
| rebuff | to reject or criticize sharply : snub |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |
| repudiate | to refuse to accept |
| sheathe | to put into or furnish with a sheath |
| slovenly | untidy especially in personal appearance |
| deputize | to appoint as deputy |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |