GRE Word List

NEOPHYTE

a new convert : proselyte

The meaning of the word neophyte is a new convert : proselyte.

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WordMeaning
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
enterprisea project or undertaking that is especially difficult, complicated, or risky
grottocave
acclimateto adapt (someone) to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situation
collateto compare critically
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
viandan item of food
oozea soft deposit (as of mud, slime, or shells) on the bottom of a body of water
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging