GRE Word List
PLETHORA
an ample amount or number : abundance
The meaning of the word plethora is an ample amount or number : abundance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| admonish | to indicate duties or obligations to |
| irretrievable | not retrievable : impossible to regain or recover |
| respite | a period of temporary delay |
| clapper | one that claps: such as |
| figurine | a small carved or molded figure : statuette |
| orgy | secret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing |
| therapeutic | of or relating to the treatment of disease or disorders by remedial agents or methods : curative |
| collusion | secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose |