GRE Word List

OBLIQUE

neither perpendicular nor parallel : inclined

The meaning of the word oblique is neither perpendicular nor parallel : inclined.

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WordMeaning
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
dripto let fall in drops
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary
encompassinclude
prognosticateto foretell from signs or symptoms : predict
sluicean artificial passage for water (as in a millstream) fitted with a valve or gate for stopping or regulating flow
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
takeoffa rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket
chuckleto laugh inwardly or quietly