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
inhibitedto prohibit from doing something
egothe self especially as contrasted with another self or the world
flipto toss so as to cause to turn over in the air
criteriaa standard on which a judgment or decision may be based
invoketo petition for help or support
riderone that rides
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
insipidlacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
etherealof or relating to the regions beyond the earth