GRE Word List

MICROCOSM

a little world

The meaning of the word microcosm is a little world.

Random words

WordMeaning
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
willowyabounding with willows
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude
internecineof, relating to, or involving conflict within a group
screecha high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror
gustthe sensation of taste
resortone that affords aid or refuge : resource
underlyinglying beneath or below
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
confidencea feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances