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 |
|---|---|
| supersede | to cause to be set aside |
| tangible | capable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable |
| regatta | a rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races |
| ulcer | a break in skin or mucous membrane with loss of surface tissue, disintegration and necrosis of epithelial tissue, and often pus |
| glitter | to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle |
| jollity | the quality or state of being jolly : merriment |
| cordon | an ornamental cord or ribbon |
| stickler | one who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something |
| pending | during |
| courier | messenger |