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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unintimidatingnot causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating
magisterialof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative
finishedentirely done
ensconceshelter
manifestationthe act, process, or an instance of manifesting
recipientone that receives : receiver
commemorativeintended as a commemoration
triflesomething of little value, substance, or importance
bequeathto give or leave by will (see will
toxiccontaining or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation