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 |
|---|---|
| tantamount | equivalent in value, significance, or effect |
| sparse | of few and scattered elements |
| optional | involving an option : not compulsory |
| mutinous | disposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious |
| irretrievable | not retrievable : impossible to regain or recover |
| exhort | to incite by argument or advice : urge strongly |
| disport | sport |
| progeny | descendants |
| verve | the spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity |
| ecstasy | a state of overwhelming emotion |