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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bicameral | having, consisting of, or based on two legislative chambers (see chamber |
| slither | to slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface |
| rationalize | to bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as |
| capricious | governed or characterized by caprice : impulsive |
| speck | a small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay |
| remittance | a sum of money remitted |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |
| lush | growing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage |
| gloat | to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight |
| practicable | capable of being put into practice or of being done or accomplished : feasible |