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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hortatory | hortative |
| figurative | representing by a figure or resemblance : emblematic |
| gentle | free from harshness, sternness, or violence |
| grumble | to mutter in discontent |
| alacrity | promptness in response : cheerful readiness |
| bastard | a child born to parents who are not married to each other |
| propitiate | to gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease |
| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| blemish | to spoil by a flaw |
| cite | to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) |