GRE Word List
MINIATURE
a copy on a much reduced scale
The meaning of the word miniature is a copy on a much reduced scale.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| orthodox | conforming to established doctrine especially in religion |
| nauseous | causing nausea or disgust : nauseating |
| agrarian | of or relating to fields or lands or their tenure |
| sage | one (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom |
| predetermine | foreordain |
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
| decadence | the process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent |
| artful | performed with or showing art or skill |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| pernicious | highly injurious or destructive : deadly |