GRE Word List
PERSPICUITY
plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
The meaning of the word perspicuity is plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| complaisant | marked by an inclination to please or oblige |
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| fracas | a noisy quarrel : brawl |
| exclaim | to cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion |
| clandestine | marked by, held in, or conducted with secrecy : surreptitious |
| autocratic | of, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute |
| brazen | made of brass |
| impervious | not allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable |
| veer | to change direction or course |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |