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 |
|---|---|
| aperture | an opening or open space : hole |
| insinuate | to impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply |
| regal | of, relating to, or suitable for a king |
| quail | any of numerous small gallinaceous birds: such as |
| lust | usually intense or unbridled sexual desire : lasciviousness |
| waver | to vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction |
| adverse | acting against or in a contrary direction : hostile |
| foul | offensive to the senses : loathsome |
| nebulous | of, relating to, or resembling a nebula : nebular |
| rant | to talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner |