GRE Word List

ORTHOGRAPHY

the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage

The meaning of the word orthography is the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage.

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WordMeaning
shootto eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger)
venalcapable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable
malaisean indefinite feeling of debility or lack of health often indicative of or accompanying the onset of an illness
uncouthawkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
audaciousintrepidly daring : adventurous
mimicryan instance of mimicking
morguea place where the bodies of dead persons are kept temporarily pending identification or release for burial or autopsy
galvanizeto subject to the action of an electric current especially for the purpose of stimulating physiologically
nourishmentfood