GRE Word List
PATOIS
a dialect other than the standard or literary dialect
The meaning of the word patois is a dialect other than the standard or literary dialect.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| itinerary | the route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| concede | to acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly |
| peripatetic | a follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism |
| exhilarating | causing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling |
| coax | to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle |
| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
| retrieve | to locate and bring in (killed or wounded game) |
| pathos | an element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion |