GRE Word List
OPPORTUNE
suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence
The meaning of the word opportune is suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| equitable | having or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned |
| knack | a special ready capacity that is hard to analyze or teach |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| weather | the state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness |
| apogee | the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth |
| discursive | moving from topic to topic without order : rambling |
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| moratorium | a legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt |
| penetrate | to pass into or through |
| plump | to drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily |