GRE Word List

METROPOLIS

the chief or capital city of a country, state, or region

The meaning of the word metropolis is the chief or capital city of a country, state, or region.

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WordMeaning
latentpresent and capable of emerging or developing but not now visible, obvious, active, or symptomatic
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
breadthdistance from side to side : width
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context
sleighan open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
decreean order usually having the force of law
conclusiveof, relating to, or being a conclusion
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop