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
neophytea new convert : proselyte
jauntysprightly in manner or appearance : lively
obituarya notice of a person's death usually with a short biographical account
perimeterthe boundary of a closed plane figure
docileeasily taught
misanthropea person who hates or distrusts humankind
weatherthe state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness
diligencesteady, earnest, and energetic effort : devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking : assiduity
pendantsomething suspended: such as
exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution