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

WordMeaning
masona skilled worker who builds by laying units of substantial material (such as stone or brick)
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
queerdiffering in some way from what is usual or normal : odd
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
agapewide open : gaping
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
compressto press or squeeze together
grottocave
abdicateto renounce a throne, high office, dignity, or function