GRE Word List
OSTENSIBLE
intended for display : open to view
The meaning of the word ostensible is intended for display : open to view.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prolixity | unduly prolonged or drawn out : too long |
| artery | any of the tubular branching muscular- and elastic-walled vessels that carry blood from the heart through the body |
| fortitude | strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage |
| encipher | to convert (a message) into cipher |
| podium | a low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as |
| reprimand | a severe or formal reproof |
| saboteur | one that practices sabotage |
| obfuscate | to throw into shadow : darken |
| colloquy | conversation |
| revert | to come or go back (as to a former condition, period, or subject) |