GRE Word List

MICROCOSM

a little world

The meaning of the word microcosm is a little world.

Random words

WordMeaning
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
constituenta member of a constituency
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
astutehaving or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
wrangleto dispute angrily or peevishly : bicker
lexicographeran author or editor of a dictionary
rigiddeficient in or devoid of flexibility
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic