GRE Word List

MISCELLANY

separate writings collected in one volume

The meaning of the word miscellany is separate writings collected in one volume.

Random words

WordMeaning
jurisdictionthe power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law
rhetoricthe art of speaking or writing effectively: such as
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
gullany of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae)
courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary
angularforming an angle : sharp-cornered
hypochondriachypochondriacal
rifeprevalent especially to an increasing degree
felicitythe quality or state of being happy
forestallto exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures