GRE Word List

PARAPHRASE

a restatement of a text, passage, or work giving the meaning in another form

The meaning of the word paraphrase is a restatement of a text, passage, or work giving the meaning in another form.

Random words

WordMeaning
nocturnalof, relating to, or occurring in the night
connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication
potablesuitable for drinking
orthodoxconforming to established doctrine especially in religion
testatora person who dies leaving a will or testament in force
criteriaa standard on which a judgment or decision may be based
annuitya sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals
illusorybased on or producing illusion : deceptive
beleaguerbesiege
mendicantbeggar