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 |
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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 |