GRE Word List

PRIZE

something offered or striven for in competition or in contests of chance

The meaning of the word prize is something offered or striven for in competition or in contests of chance.

Random words

WordMeaning
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
repudiateto refuse to accept
scavengeto remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area
facileeasily accomplished or attained
insularitycharacteristic of an isolated people
filibusteran irregular military adventurer
acquiesceto accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively
skiffany of various small boats
levythe imposition or collection of an assessment
raptlifted up and carried away