GRE Word List

MICROCOSM

a little world

The meaning of the word microcosm is a little world.

Random words

WordMeaning
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
somaticof, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm
winnowto remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air
aspersiona false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation
perceptiveresponsive to sensory stimuli : discerning
herbivorousfeeding on plants
sovereigntysupreme power especially over a body politic
enervatelacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated
forlornbereft
prolificproducing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful