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
astralof, relating to, or coming from the stars
synchronoushappening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time
franticemotionally out of control
spanglea small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing
emissaryone designated as the agent of another : representative
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
parallelextending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant (see equidistant
asepticpreventing infection
ambushto attack by surprise from a hidden place : waylay
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain