GRE Word List

PROVISO

an article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition

The meaning of the word proviso is an article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition.

Random words

WordMeaning
consolidationthe act or process of consolidating : the state of being consolidated
pensivemusingly or dreamily thoughtful
discrepancythe quality or state of disagreeing or being at variance
jingoistextreme chauvinism or nationalism marked especially by a belligerent foreign policy
winnowto remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air
exposurethe fact or condition of being exposed: such as
shrivelto draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture
probea slender medical instrument used especially for exploration (as of a wound or body cavity)
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
unconscionableshockingly unfair or unjust