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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requiema mass for the dead
medleya musical composition made up of a series of songs or short pieces
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apprehendarrest
antediluvianof or relating to the period before the flood described in the Bible
scurvya disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
schismdivision
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity