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.

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WordMeaning
desultorymarked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
reproachan expression of rebuke or disapproval
effluviuman invisible emanation
alloythe degree of mixture with base metals : fineness
excerpta passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract
unfeignednot feigned or hypocritical : genuine
commiserateto feel or express sympathy : condole
provisionalserving for the time being : temporary
judiciarya system of courts of law