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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| retroactive | extending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past |
| heterogeneous | consisting of dissimilar or diverse ingredients or constituents : mixed |
| ferocious | exhibiting or given to extreme fierceness and unrestrained violence and brutality |
| swerve | to turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate |
| crass | gross |
| misogynist | a person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person |
| avarice | excessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness |
| forte | one's strong point |
| transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
| peregrination | to travel especially on foot : walk |