GRE Word List

INSULARITY

characteristic of an isolated people

The meaning of the word insularity is characteristic of an isolated people.

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WordMeaning
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
cloistera monastic establishment
stiltedpompous
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
categoricalabsolute
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
triflesomething of little value, substance, or importance
protagonistthe principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story)
self-indulgenceexcessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims
communetalk over