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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librettothe text of a work (such as an opera) for the musical theater
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
distraitapprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded
padrea Christian clergyman
stiltedpompous
moratoriuma legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
perspicaciousof acute mental vision or discernment : keen