GRE Word List

LAGOON

a shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water

The meaning of the word lagoon is a shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water.

Random words

WordMeaning
hummocka rounded knoll or hillock
multiformhaving many forms or appearances
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
disseminateto spread abroad as though sowing seed
gargoylea spout in the form of a grotesque human or animal figure projecting from a roof gutter to throw rainwater clear of a building
incognitowith one's identity concealed
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
indolentaverse to activity, effort, or movement : habitually lazy
succulentfull of juice : juicy
jargonthe technical terminology or characteristic idiom of a special activity or group