GRE Word List
PROPINQUITY
nearness (in space or relationship); proximity; kinship
The meaning of the word propinquity is nearness (in space or relationship); proximity; kinship.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vitreous | of glass; pertaining to or resembling glass; V. vitrify: change into glass; CF. petrify |
| cognizance | knowledge; ADJ. cognizant; having knowledge; aware |
| dogged | determined; stubborn; stubbornly persevering; tenacious; Ex. Inspector Javert's dogged pursuit of Jean Valjean |
| lineaments | features especially of the face; distinctive shape or contour of the face; CF. line |
| gale | windstorm; gust of wind; emotional outburst (laughters, tears); Ex. gale of laughter |
| check | stop motion; curb or restrain |
| anomaly | irregularity |
| carping | petty criticism; fault-finding; fretful complaining; quibble |
| pragmatic | practical (as opposed to idealistic); concerned with practical worth or impact of something; Ex. pragmatic test of the skill |
| economy | efficiency or conciseness in using something; thrifty management of resources |
