GRE Word List
MALAPROPOS
in an inappropriate or inopportune way
The meaning of the word malapropos is in an inappropriate or inopportune way.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| trident | a 3-pronged spear serving in classical mythology as the attribute of a sea god (such as Neptune) |
| hindrance | the state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered |
| orient | to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group |
| prevalent | generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread |
| gouge | a chisel with a concavo-convex cross section |
| trek | to make one's way arduously |
| monogram | a sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name |
| censor | a person who supervises conduct and morals: such as |
| outspoken | direct and open in speech or expression : frank |
| transpose | to change the relative place or normal order of : alter the sequence of |