GRE Word List

OUTSKIRTS

a part remote from the center : border

The meaning of the word outskirts is a part remote from the center : border.

Random words

WordMeaning
blurtto utter abruptly and impulsively
winnowto remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air
authoritarianof, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority
doteto exhibit mental decline of or like that of old age : be in one's dotage
gastronomythe art or science of good eating
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
archaichaving the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)