GRE Word List
MICROCOSM
a little world
The meaning of the word microcosm is a little world.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| natty | trimly neat and tidy : smart |
| bust | a sculptured representation of the upper part of the human figure including the head and neck and usually part of the shoulders and breast |
| cross | a structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution |
| recrimination | a retaliatory accusation |
| edifice | building |
| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| incursion | a hostile entrance into a territory : raid |
| plethora | an ample amount or number : abundance |
| maxim | a general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct |
| philatelist | a specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps |