GRE Word List
MATRIMONY
state of being married
The meaning of the word matrimony is state of being married.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abortive | unsuccessful; fruitless |
| patina | green crust on old bronze works or copper; tone slowly taken by varnished painting |
| exploit | make use of, sometimes unjustly; N. exploitation |
| elysian | relating to paradise; blissful |
| omnivorous | eating both plant and animal food; devouring everything |
| mediate | settle a dispute through the services of an outsider; act as an intermediary; produce by mediating; Ex. mediate a cease-fire |
| reprove | censure; rebuke; N. reproof |
| badinage | teasing conversation; banter; joking talk |
| endear | make beloved; Ex. endear her to everyone; ADJ. dear: loved; cherished; high-priced |
| hive | box for bees; V: cause to go in a hive |
