GRE Word List

MEMORIAL

serving to preserve remembrance : commemorative

The meaning of the word memorial is serving to preserve remembrance : commemorative.

Random words

WordMeaning
ineffableincapable of being expressed in words : indescribable
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
defaceto mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details
caldrona large kettle or boiler
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
potentialexisting in possibility : capable of development into actuality
viscidhaving an adhesive quality : sticky
peerone that is of equal standing with another : equal
underhandin a clandestine manner
misdemeanora crime less serious than a felony (see felony