GRE Word List

NOVELTY

something new or unusual

The meaning of the word novelty is something new or unusual.

Random words

WordMeaning
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
demolitionthe act of demolishing
wanderluststrong longing for or impulse toward wandering
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
brawnymuscular
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent
vivaciouslively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly
cognitiveof, relating to, being, or involving conscious intellectual activity (such as thinking, reasoning, or remembering)
abysmalimmeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad
verdantgreen in tint or color