GRE Word List
LINGUISTIC
of or relating to language or linguistics
The meaning of the word linguistic is of or relating to language or linguistics.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| simile | a figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor |
| venal | capable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable |
| outfit | the act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition) |
| friction | the rubbing of one body against another |
| mongrel | an individual resulting from the interbreeding of diverse breeds (see breed |
| frolic | full of fun : merry |
| pitfall | trap |
| hapless | having no luck : unfortunate |
| grovel | to creep with the face to the ground : crawl |
| sartorial | of or relating to a tailor or tailored clothes |