GRE Word List
MAUSOLEUM
a large tomb
The meaning of the word mausoleum is a large tomb.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| misnomer | the misnaming of a person in a legal instrument |
| cognate | of the same or similar nature : generically alike |
| freebooter | pirate |
| atone | to make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome |
| posterity | the offspring of one progenitor to the furthest generation |
| gestate | to carry in the uterus during pregnancy |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| presumptuous | overstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties |
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |
| biting | having the power to bite |