GRE Word List
PUNCTILIOUS
minutely attentive (perhaps too much so) to fine points; stressing niceties of conduct or form; N. punctilio, punctiliousness: careful attention payed to every small exact detail
The meaning of the word punctilious is minutely attentive (perhaps too much so) to fine points; stressing niceties of conduct or form; N. punctilio, punctiliousness: careful attention payed to every small exact detail.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| lot | object used in making a determination at random; fate; piece of land |
| tranquillity | calmness; peace |
| rejuvenate | make young again |
| diatribe | bitter scolding or denunciation; invective; abuse |
| colander | utensil with perforated bottom used for straining |
| aplomb | poise; composure in difficult situations; assurance; self-confidence |
| knotty | intricate; difficult; tangled; CF. knot |
| perennial | something long-lasting; perennial plant; ADJ: lasting through the year or many years; lasting for a long time; enduring |
| oath | solemn promise; blasphemous use of sacred words to express strong feelings; swear-word; Ex. ``For Christ's sake'' |
| insinuate | hint; imply; suggest indirectly; creep in; introduce or insert (oneself) by artful means; Ex. insinuate himself into the boss's favor; CF. ingratiate |
