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
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
flightyswift
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
perquisitea privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument
animatedendowed with life or the qualities of life : alive
euphonypleasing or sweet sound
heterodoxcontrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox
overtopen to view : manifest
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling