GRE Word List

ORIENTATION

the act or process of orienting or of being oriented

The meaning of the word orientation is the act or process of orienting or of being oriented.

Random words

WordMeaning
compunctionanxiety arising from awareness of guilt
distantseparated in space : away
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
dissembleto hide under a false appearance
euphonypleasing or sweet sound
fumbleto grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly
dolta stupid person
besmirchto cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully
comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort