GRE Word List
LATITUDE
freedom from narrow limitations
The meaning of the word latitude is freedom from narrow limitations.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rebus | representation of words in the form of pictures or symbols; puzzle in which pictures or letters stand for words; Ex. ``R U 18'' is a rebus for ``Are you 18''. |
| vignette | small drawing placed at the beginning or end of a chapter; picture; short literary sketch; short written description of a character or scene |
| convert | one who has adopted a different religion or opinion; V: change into another form; (persuade to) adopt a particular religion or belief |
| comity | courtesy; civility; Ex. comity of nations |
| avid | greedy; extremely eager for; Ex. avid learner; N. avidity |
| adjoin | be next to |
| promiscuous | mixed indiscriminately; indiscriminate; not choosing carefully; indiscriminate in the choice of sexual partners; irregular, particularly sexually; Ex. promiscuous life/girl; N. promiscuity |
| polity | (particular form of) political organization; form of government of nation or state; Ex. student polity |
| conscript | draftee; person forced into military service; V. |
| regale | entertain |