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 |
|---|---|
| downcast | low in spirit : dejected |
| snivel | to run at the nose |
| arduous | hard to accomplish or achieve : difficult |
| scanty | limited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| lustrous | reflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle |
| consequential | of the nature of a secondary result : indirect |
| sleek | slick |
| eulogy | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| paradigm | example |