GRE Word List
MEMORIAL
serving to preserve remembrance : commemorative
The meaning of the word memorial is serving to preserve remembrance : commemorative.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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alliteration | the repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs) |
repartee | a quick and witty reply |
shyster | a person who is professionally unscrupulous especially in the practice of law or politics : pettifogger |
exegesis | exposition |
cessation | a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop |
aversion | a feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it |
imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
nourishment | food |
helm | a lever or wheel controlling the rudder of a ship for steering |