GRE Word List
IDIOM
an expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way)
The meaning of the word idiom is an expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| parley | to speak with another : confer |
| irremediable | not remediable |
| obsidian | a dark natural glass formed by the cooling of molten lava |
| ratiocination | the process of exact thinking : reasoning |
| outskirts | a part remote from the center : border |
| gull | any of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae) |
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length |
| simplistic | excessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details |
| nautical | of, relating to, or associated with seamen, navigation, or ships |
| kudos | praise given for achievement |