GRE Word List
PERORATION
conclusion of an oration; perorating; V. perorate: conclude a speech; speak at great length
The meaning of the word peroration is conclusion of an oration; perorating; V. perorate: conclude a speech; speak at great length.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| swarthy | (of a skin or complexion) dark; dusky; Ex. swarthy Italian ? |
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| universal | characterizing or affecting all; general; present everywhere; of the universe; cosmic; Ex. universal agreement; Ex. a subject of universal interest |
| carefree | free from worries; having no problems |
| stalemate | deadlock; situation in which further action is blocked |
| consort | associate with; keep company; N: husband or wife (or a ruler) |
| disavowal | denial; disclaiming; repudiating; disowning; V. disavow; CF. disclaim |
| retrench | cut down; cut down expenses; economize |
| temporize | gain time as by postponing an action; avoid committing oneself |
| crux | essential or main point; Ex. the crux of the problem; ADJ. crucial: of deciding importance |
