GRE Word List

INSULARITY

characteristic of an isolated people

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

Random words

WordMeaning
eerieso mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground
leasha line for leading or restraining an animal
spruceto make spruce
growlrumble
effigyan image or representation especially of a person
banka mound, pile, or ridge raised above the surrounding level: such as
peruseto examine or consider with attention and in detail : study
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition