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 |
|---|---|
| gerrymander | the act or method of gerrymandering |
| diva | prima donna |
| brevity | shortness of duration |
| morgue | a place where the bodies of dead persons are kept temporarily pending identification or release for burial or autopsy |
| fulcrum | prop |
| carnage | the flesh of slain animals or humans |
| deign | to condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop |
| orient | to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group |
| charm | the chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation |
| stigma | a mark of shame or discredit : stain |