GRE Word List
KEN
the range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
The meaning of the word ken is the range of perception, understanding, or knowledge.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fleece | the coat of wool covering a wool-bearing animal (such as a sheep) |
| rightful | just |
| compendium | a brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract |
| astigmatism | a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image |
| crestfallen | having a drooping crest or hanging head |
| laceration | the act of lacerating |
| canard | a false or unfounded report or story |
| ghastly | terrifyingly horrible to the senses : frightening |
| preeminent | having paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding |
| pedestal | the support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration |