GRE Word List

PERORATION

the concluding part of a discourse and especially an oration

The meaning of the word peroration is the concluding part of a discourse and especially an oration.

Random words

WordMeaning
turncoatone who switches to an opposing side or party
satiatefilled to satiety
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
profligatewildly extravagant
virtualbeing such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted
rantto talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community
reparablecapable of being repaired
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant