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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rotundity | marked by roundness : rounded |
| poseur | a person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person |
| oaf | a stupid person : boob |
| repose | a state of resting after exertion or strain |
| retrieve | to locate and bring in (killed or wounded game) |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| prestige | standing or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion |
| chauvinist | an attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex |
| blues | low spirits : melancholy |
| actuarial | of or relating to actuaries |