GRE Word List

MICROCOSM

a little world

The meaning of the word microcosm is a little world.

Random words

WordMeaning
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
maleficentworking or productive of harm or evil : baleful
bemoanto express deep grief or distress over
adjurationa solemn oath
inanimatenot animate:
economythe structure or conditions of economic life in a country, area, or period
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
capriciousgoverned or characterized by caprice : impulsive
apostateone who commits apostasy