GRE Word List

ILLUSION

a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion

The meaning of the word illusion is a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion.

Random words

WordMeaning
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
engulfto flow over and enclose : overwhelm
lanknot well filled out : slender
imperialof, relating to, befitting, or suggestive of an empire or an emperor
ingenioushaving or showing an unusual aptitude for discovering, inventing, or contriving
coquettea woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men
unwieldynot easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome
overwhelmupset
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
physiognomythe art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance