GRE Word List
INDICES
signs; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
The meaning of the word indices is signs; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| obloquy | a strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language |
| scabbard | a sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet |
| judicious | having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment |
| outcast | one that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah |
| coiffure | a style or manner of arranging the hair |
| celerity | rapidity of motion or action |
| reputable | enjoying good repute : held in esteem |
| taper | to become progressively smaller toward one end |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |
| abhor | to regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe |