GRE Word List
MOTE
small speck (esp. of dust)
The meaning of the word mote is small speck (esp. of dust).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| filth | dirty matter; ADJ. filthy |
| patrimony | property inherited from a father |
| aegis | shield; protection; defense |
| requite | make return for; repay; reciprocate; revenge; N. requittal |
| leniency | mildness; permissiveness; ADJ. lenient: not severe in judgment or punishment |
| raspy | making a harsh noise; grating; harsh |
| allegiance | loyalty |
| viscid | adhesive; gluey |
| flamboyant | ornate; highly elaborate; richly colored; ostentatious; showy; CF. flame |
| marred | damaged; disfigured; V. mar: spoil; disfigure |
