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 |
|---|---|
| tawny | of the color tawny |
| convulsion | an abnormal violent and involuntary contraction or series of contractions of the muscles |
| teetotalism | the principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks |
| scion | descendant |
| repugnance | the quality or fact of being contradictory or inconsistent |
| windfall | something (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind |
| descry | to catch sight of |
| garrulous | given to prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity : pointlessly or annoyingly talkative |
| sleight | deceitful craftiness |
| circumspect | careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent |