GRE Word List

PRIME

the second of the canonical hours

The meaning of the word prime is the second of the canonical hours.

Random words

WordMeaning
forthrightfree from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point
etherealof or relating to the regions beyond the earth
utopiaa place of ideal perfection especially in laws, government, and social conditions
abetto actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan)
vantagea position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view
rostera roll or list of personnel
glossyhaving a surface luster or brightness
grovelto creep with the face to the ground : crawl
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile