GRE Word List
PLAIT
pleat
The meaning of the word plait is pleat.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| opprobrium | something that brings disgrace |
| brink | edge |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| shyster | a person who is professionally unscrupulous especially in the practice of law or politics : pettifogger |
| heresy | adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma |
| sedulous | involving or accomplished with careful perseverance |
| anodyne | serving to alleviate pain |
| clapper | one that claps: such as |