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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prevaricate | to deviate from the truth : equivocate |
| timidity | lacking in courage or self-confidence |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| cardinal | a high ecclesiastical official of the Roman Catholic Church who ranks next below the pope and is appointed by him to assist him as a member of the college of cardinals (see college |
| trifling | lacking in significance or solid worth: such as |
| raffle | to engage in a raffle |
| psychopathic | of, relating to, or characterized by psychopathy |
| travesty | a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| bureaucracy | a body of nonelected government officials |