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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| parched | deprived of natural moisture |
| anthology | a collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music |
| glib | showing little forethought or preparation : offhand |
| obliterate | to remove utterly from recognition or memory |
| severity | the quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh |
| lofty | elevated in character and spirit : noble |
| termination | end in time or existence : conclusion |
| ejaculation | an act of ejaculating |
| colossus | a statue of gigantic size and proportions |
| surveillance | close watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective) |