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 |
|---|---|
| derivative | a word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation |
| pinion | the terminal section of a bird's wing including the carpus, metacarpus, and phalanges |
| prolong | to lengthen in time : continue |
| virtue | conformity to a standard of right : morality |
| heinous | hatefully or shockingly evil : abominable |
| heterogeneous | consisting of dissimilar or diverse ingredients or constituents : mixed |
| unassailable | not assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question |
| asunder | into parts |
| careen | to put (a ship or boat) on a beach especially in order to clean, caulk, or repair the hull |
| insouciant | lighthearted unconcern : nonchalance |