GRE Word List

INCIDENT

an occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening

The meaning of the word incident is an occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening.

Random words

WordMeaning
cornicethe molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration
indigencea level of poverty in which real hardship and deprivation are suffered and comforts of life are wholly lacking
habituateto make used to something : accustom
attritionsorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God
dramaa composition (see composition
amorousstrongly moved by love and especially sexual love
impugnto assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
condolegrieve
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion