GRE Word List
IMBECILITY
weakness of mind; state of being an imbecile; N. imbecile: stupid person; fool
The meaning of the word imbecility is weakness of mind; state of being an imbecile; N. imbecile: stupid person; fool.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stealth | action of moving secretly or unseen; slyness; sneakiness; secretiveness; ADJ. stealthy |
| martinet | strict disciplinarian; person who demands total obedience to rules and orders; CF. Jean Martinet |
| misnomer | wrong or improper name; incorrect designation |
| malapropos | inappropriate; ADV. |
| bowdlerize | expurgate; CF. Thomas Bowdler |
| advocate | speak in favor of; support (an idea or plan); urge; plead for |
| vanguard | forerunners; foremost position of an army; advance forces; foremost position in a trend or movement; CF. rearguard |
| urgent | compelling immediate action; pressing; persistent; importunate; Ex. urgent in his demands |
| homily | sermon; tedious moralizing lecture; serious warning; ADJ. homiletic |
| elevation | elevated position; altitude; height; flat upright side of a building; angle made by pointing a gun; Ex. The elevation of her style is much admired; Ex. front elevation of the house |
