GRE Word List
PREROGATIVE
privilege; unquestionable right; CF. ask before
The meaning of the word prerogative is privilege; unquestionable right; CF. ask before.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| apropos | with reference to; regarding; Ex. remarks apropos (of) the present situation; ADJ. ADV. |
| decomposition | decay; V. decompose: decay; break and separate into simple parts |
| gusto | eager enjoyment; zest; enthusiasm |
| exhilarating | invigorating and refreshing; cheering; V. exhilarate: make cheerful and excited; Ex. exhilarated by the ride in the sports car |
| snicker | half-stifled(suppressed) laugh; V. |
| anomaly | irregularity |
| overbearing | bossy; domineering and arrogant; decisively important; Ex. overbearing manner/importance; V. overbear: dominate |
| flotsam | drifting wreckage |
| proletarian | member of the working class; blue collar guy; N. proletariat: working class (who have to work for wages) |
| stoop | bend forward and down; lower or debase oneself; fall to a lower standard of behavior by doing something; condescend; Ex. stoop to lying |
