GRE Word List

MEMOIR

an official note or report : memorandum

The meaning of the word memoir is an official note or report : memorandum.

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WordMeaning
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
maniacalaffected with or suggestive of madness
gallowsa frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged
recountto relate in detail : narrate
decrepitwasted and weakened by or as if by the infirmities of old age
distinctdistinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete
maneuvera military or naval movement
banteringto speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner
mischancebad luck
swearto utter or take solemnly (an oath)