GRE Word List

MOSAIC

a surface decoration made by inlaying small pieces of variously colored material to form pictures or patterns

The meaning of the word mosaic is a surface decoration made by inlaying small pieces of variously colored material to form pictures or patterns.

Random words

WordMeaning
heinoushatefully or shockingly evil : abominable
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
rationalizeto bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as
objectiveexpressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations
kenthe range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
reprobationthe act of reprobating : the state of being reprobated
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
interjectionan ejaculatory utterance usually lacking grammatical connection: such as
illusiona misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion
flourishto grow luxuriantly : thrive