GRE Word List
NOMADIC
of, relating to, or characteristic of nomads
The meaning of the word nomadic is of, relating to, or characteristic of nomads.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
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| crux | a puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question |
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