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 |
|---|---|
| prolixity | unduly prolonged or drawn out : too long |
| quibble | to evade the point of an argument by caviling about words |
| auxiliary | offering or providing help |
| vital | of the utmost importance |
| primogeniture | the state of being the firstborn of the children of the same parents |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| sadistic | of, relating to, or characterized by sadism |
| aureole | a radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage |
| nomadic | of, relating to, or characteristic of nomads |
| inarticulate | incapable of giving coherent, clear, or effective expression to one's ideas or feelings |