GRE Word List

LITOTES

understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")

The meaning of the word litotes is understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy").

Random words

WordMeaning
tenantone who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another
requisiteneeded for a particular purpose : essential
consecratededicated to a sacred purpose
dauntlessincapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
satellitea celestial body orbiting another of larger size
roilto make turbid by stirring up the sediment or dregs of
lucidsuffused with light : luminous
pursea small bag for money
emanateto come out from a source