GRE Word List
QUICKSILVER
mercury
The meaning of the word quicksilver is mercury.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| harping | a plucked stringed instrument consisting of a resonator, an arched or angled neck that may be supported by a post, and strings of graded length that are perpendicular to the soundboard |
| cynosure | the northern constellation Ursa Minor |
| plausible | superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious |
| chip | a small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off |
| generic | relating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general |
| meter | systematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm |
| ruminant | an animal that chews the cud |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| medley | a musical composition made up of a series of songs or short pieces |
| commonwealth | a nation, state, or other political unit: such as |