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 |
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| lethargic | of, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish |
| odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
| capacity | legal competency (see competence |
| aegis | a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena |
| permissive | granted on sufferance : tolerated |
| smudge | to make a smudge on |
| tutelage | instruction especially of an individual |
| conducive | tending to promote or assist |
| ruse | a wily subterfuge |
| billowing | wave |