GRE Word List
INSTITUTION
an established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character
The meaning of the word institution is an established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| juxtapose | to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect) |
| aquiline | curving like an eagle's beak |
| astigmatism | a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image |
| multiform | having many forms or appearances |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| anthropomorphic | described or thought of as having a human form or human attributes |
| kindred | of a similar nature or character : like |
| lance | a steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry |
| obeisance | a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow |
| stealth | a cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection |