GRE Word List
HISTORIC
historical
The meaning of the word historic is historical.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| antediluvian | of or relating to the period before the flood described in the Bible |
| vogue | popular acceptation or favor : popularity |
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
| fictitious | of, relating to, or characteristic of fiction : imaginary |
| dys- | abnormal |
| deplore | to feel or express grief for |
| scapegoat | a goat upon whose head are symbolically placed the sins of the people after which he is sent into the wilderness in the biblical ceremony for Yom Kippur |
| idiosyncrasy | a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality |
| energize | to make energetic, vigorous, or active |
| remit | to lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly |