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
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
disengageto release from something that engages or involves
wiltloose freshness; droop
disgorgeto discharge by the throat and mouth : vomit
frockan outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit
askancewith disapproval or distrust : scornfully
allureto entice by charm or attraction
coquettea woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men
manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
brochurepamphlet