GRE Word List
MINUTE
the 60th part of an hour of time : 60 seconds
The meaning of the word minute is the 60th part of an hour of time : 60 seconds.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| physiognomy | the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance |
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| dowse | to plunge into water |
| inured | to accustom to accept something undesirable |
| array | to dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn |
| hide | to put out of sight : secrete |
| mores | the fixed morally binding customs of a particular group |
| pummel | pound |
| antique | existing since or belonging to earlier times : ancient |
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