GRE Word List

PINNACLE

an upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress

The meaning of the word pinnacle is an upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress.

Random words

WordMeaning
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
cerebrationto use the mind : think
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame
cozento deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery
asperityroughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger
lunaticaffected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane
raptlifted up and carried away
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
disjointedbeing thrown out of orderly function