GRE Word List

NEOPHYTE

a new convert : proselyte

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

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WordMeaning
gallowsa frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged
contusioninjury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise
criteriaa standard on which a judgment or decision may be based
extantcurrently or actually existing
expositoryof, relating to, or containing exposition
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
circumscribeto constrict (see constrict
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
asinineextremely or utterly foolish or silly
gamelya physical or mental competition conducted according to rules with the participants in direct opposition to each other