GRE Word List
PRIMARY
first in order of time or development : primitive
The meaning of the word primary is first in order of time or development : primitive.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disgorge | to discharge by the throat and mouth : vomit |
| shrew | any of a family (Soricidae) of small chiefly nocturnal insectivores related to the moles and distinguished by a long pointed snout, very small eyes, and short velvety fur |
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |
| aspire | to seek to attain or accomplish a particular goal |
| denigrate | to attack the reputation of : defame |
| terminus | either end of a transportation line or travel route |
| gratuity | something given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service |
| fervid | very hot : burning |
| welt | a strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together |
| edifice | building |