GRE Word List

ISTHMUS

a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas

The meaning of the word isthmus is a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas.

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WordMeaning
deferput off
banallacking originality, freshness, or novelty : trite
frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor
eugenicrelating to or fitted for the production of good offspring
comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
stenchstink
reinstateto place again (as in possession or in a former position)