GRE Word List

IRONY

the use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning

The meaning of the word irony is the use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning.

Random words

WordMeaning
tureena deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served
demeanorbehavior toward others : outward manner
nefariousflagrantly wicked or impious : evil
sanctiona formal decree
gaita manner of walking or moving on foot
meteto give out by measure : dole out
galaxymilky way galaxy
panoramicof, relating to, or resembling a panorama: such as
codicila legal instrument made to modify an earlier will
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended