GRE Word List
MANTLE
loose sleeveless outer garment; cloak; something that covers or envelops; the layer of the earth between the crust and the core
The meaning of the word mantle is loose sleeveless outer garment; cloak; something that covers or envelops; the layer of the earth between the crust and the core.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disclaim | disown; renounce claim to; deny; CF. disclaimer |
| propellant | substance which propels or drives forward (such as an explosive charge or a rocket fuel) |
| calligraphy | beautiful writing; excellent penmanship |
| odoriferous | giving off an odor |
| garner | gather; store up; amass |
| pucker | gather into wrinkles or folds; N: wrinkle or fold |
| abortive | unsuccessful; fruitless |
| expound | explain |
| dauntless | bold; fearless |
| forbearance | patience; forgiveness; V. forbear: refrain from (in a generous and forgiving way); be patient; Ex. forbear to send him to prison |