GRE Word List
ORTHOGRAPHY
correct spelling; CF. ortho-: straight; correct; Ex. orthodontics
The meaning of the word orthography is correct spelling; CF. ortho-: straight; correct; Ex. orthodontics.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| meander | wind or turn in its course; follow a winding or turning course; move aimlessly and idly |
| negligible | so small, trifling, or unimportant as to be easily disregarded |
| potable | suitable for drinking; drinkable |
| unanimity | complete agreement; ADJ. unanimous |
| consistency | absence of contradictions; uniformity; degree of thickness or firmness; Ex. consistency of thick cream; CF. viscous |
| enhance | increase; make greater (as in value, reputation, or usefulness); improve |
| soporific | sleep-causing; marked by sleepiness; drowsy |
| recourse | resorting to help when in trouble; Ex. without recourse to |
| incendiary | arsonist; ADJ: causing fire; of arson; Ex. incendiary bomb |
| timorous | fearful; timid; demonstrating fear |
