GRE Word List
INSULARITY
characteristic of an isolated people
The meaning of the word insularity is characteristic of an isolated people.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| accommodate | to provide with something desired, needed, or suited |
| pillory | a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked |
| trickster | one who tricks: such as |
| execrate | to declare to be evil or detestable : denounce |
| gaunt | excessively thin and angular |
| adventitious | coming from another source and not inherent or innate |
| sacrosanct | most sacred or holy : inviolable |
| earn | to receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |