GRE Word List
LEXICON
a book containing an alphabetical arrangement of the words in a language and their definitions : dictionary
The meaning of the word lexicon is a book containing an alphabetical arrangement of the words in a language and their definitions : dictionary.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| repose | a state of resting after exertion or strain |
| condiments | something used to enhance the flavor of food |
| canker | an erosive or spreading sore |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
| ablution | the washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite) |
| calorific | caloric |
| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
| compost | a mixture that consists largely of decayed organic matter and is used for fertilizing and conditioning land |
| exotic | introduced from another country : not native to the place where found |
| wheedle | to influence or entice by soft words or flattery |