GRE Word List

NOVELTY

something new or unusual

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

Random words

WordMeaning
humusa brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic
hummocka rounded knoll or hillock
exigencythat which is required in a particular situation
freneticmarked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied
tycoona businessperson of exceptional wealth, power, and influence : magnate
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
explicateto give a detailed explanation of
implacablenot placable : not capable of being appeased, significantly changed, or mitigated
alleviaterelieve
regalof, relating to, or suitable for a king