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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |