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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dappled | marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background |
| fleet | a number of warships under a single command |
| ravel | to become unwoven, untwisted, or unwound : fray |
| factotum | a person having many diverse activities or responsibilities |
| astute | having or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever |
| obtrude | to thrust out : extrude |
| fumble | to grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly |
| demented | mad |
| censure | a judgment involving condemnation |
| modulate | to tune to a key or pitch |