GRE Word List

IMPASSABLE

incapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted

The meaning of the word impassable is incapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted.

Random words

WordMeaning
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
prevaricateto deviate from the truth : equivocate
encompassinclude
disquisitiona formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
crescendoa gradual increase
torsothe human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk