GRE Word List

PERSPICUOUS

plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation

The meaning of the word perspicuous is plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation.

Random words

WordMeaning
dodderingfeeble
rapaciousexcessively grasping or covetous
stocka store or supply accumulated or available
desiccateto dry up
cessiona yielding to another : concession
severto put or keep apart : divide
talonthe claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey
magnanimitythe quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
gourmeta connoisseur of food and drink