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
sallowany of several Old World broad-leaved willows (such as Salix caprea) including important sources of charcoal and tanbark
husbandrythe cultivation or production of plants or animals : agriculture
primordialfirst created or developed : primeval
stalwartmarked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit
succorrelief
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
precipitantprecipitate
asunderinto parts
shoveto push along