GRE Word List
MICROCOSM
a little world
The meaning of the word microcosm is a little world.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| staccato | cut short or apart in performing : disconnected |
| termination | end in time or existence : conclusion |
| embargo | an order of a government prohibiting the departure of commercial ships from its ports |
| historical | of, relating to, or having the character of history |
| husbandry | the cultivation or production of plants or animals : agriculture |
| detonation | the action or process of detonating |
| hovel | an open shed or shelter |
| maudlin | drunk enough to be emotionally silly |
| voracious | having a huge appetite : ravenous |