GRE Word List
OSTENSIBLE
intended for display : open to view
The meaning of the word ostensible is intended for display : open to view.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| malapropos | in an inappropriate or inopportune way |
| rebuff | to reject or criticize sharply : snub |
| redolent | exuding fragrance : aromatic |
| underscore | to draw a line under : underline |
| withstand | to stand up against : oppose with firm determination |
| clipper | one that clips something |
| alchemy | a medieval chemical science and speculative philosophy aiming to achieve the transmutation of the base metals into gold, the discovery of a universal cure for disease, and the discovery of a means of indefinitely prolonging life |
| entreat | to plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently |
| citadel | a fortress that commands (see command |
| fumble | to grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly |