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

WordMeaning
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
slighthaving a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body
latitudeangular distance from some specified circle or plane of reference: such as
healthyenjoying good health
patriarchone of the scriptural fathers of the human race or of the Hebrew people
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
peerone that is of equal standing with another : equal
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
exposeto deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition
yeomanan attendant or officer in a royal or noble household