GRE Word List
JINGOIST
extremely aggressive and militant patriot; warlike chauvinist; N. jingoism: extreme nationalism
The meaning of the word jingoist is extremely aggressive and militant patriot; warlike chauvinist; N. jingoism: extreme nationalism.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| humor | indulge; comply with the wishes of; N. quality that makes something amusing; state of mind; mood; Ex. in a bad humor; Ex. out of humor |
| stickler | perfectionist; person who insists things be exactly right |
| acetic | vinegary |
| petrify | turn to stone; cause to become stonelike; stun or paralyze |
| piecemeal | one part at a time; gradually; in stages; Ex. read a novel piecemeal |
| manifold | many in number or kind; numerous; varied |
| retiring | shy and reserved (of a person); modest; Ex. her retiring personality |
| quay | dock; wharf; pier; landing place (for boats) |
| rend | split; tear apart; N. rent; CF. heartrending: causing deep sorrow |
| forum | public square of an ancient Roman city; public place for open discussion; court of law |
