GRE Word List
MICROCOSM
a little world
The meaning of the word microcosm is a little world.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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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 |