GRE Word List
MICROCOSM
a little world
The meaning of the word microcosm is a little world.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| headfirst | with the head foremost |
| authenticate | to prove or serve to prove to be real, true, or genuine |
| potentate | ruler |
| elysian | of or relating to Elysium |
| rank | relative standing or position |
| sleeper | one that sleeps |
| cornice | the molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration |
| lateral | of or relating to the side |
| impunity | exemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss |
| morgue | a place where the bodies of dead persons are kept temporarily pending identification or release for burial or autopsy |