GRE Word List

PALIMPSEST

writing material (such as a parchment or tablet) used one or more times after earlier writing has been erased

The meaning of the word palimpsest is writing material (such as a parchment or tablet) used one or more times after earlier writing has been erased.

Random words

WordMeaning
integralessential to completeness : constituent
irretrievablenot retrievable : impossible to regain or recover
glossa surface luster or brightness : shine
phlegmaticresembling, consisting of, or producing the humor phlegm
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
redolentexuding fragrance : aromatic
blurtto utter abruptly and impulsively
defectionconscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion
abaseto lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation