GRE Word List
JUMBLE
mix in a confused way
The meaning of the word jumble is mix in a confused way.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| protocol | diplomatic etiquette; ceremony and etiquette observed by diplomats; first copy of a treaty before its ratification; Ex. Protocol demands that the queen meet him at the airport. |
| allege | state without proof |
| prophetic | of a prophet or prophecy; having to do with predicting the future; N. prophecy; V. prophesy; N. prophet |
| nutrition | process of nourishing or being nourished; CF. malnutrition |
| earn | gain for the performance of service or labor; gain (something that one deserves); deserve |
| remission | temporary moderation (of disease symptoms); remitting of a debt or punishment; cancelation of a debt; pardon; Ex. The disease went into remission; Ex. Christians pray for the remission of sins. |
| confound | confuse; puzzle |
| oaf | stupid awkward person; CF. elf |
| mottled | blotched in coloring; spotted; Ex. mottled face; V. mottle: mark with blotches of different colors |
| miniature | small model; small painting; ADJ: small |