GRE Word List
RANDOM
a haphazard course
The meaning of the word random is a haphazard course.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| centigrade | relating to, conforming to, or having a thermometric scale on which the interval between the freezing point of water and the boiling point of water is divided into 100 degrees with 0° representing the freezing point and 100° the boiling point |
| shangri-la | a remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia |
| nonchalance | the quality or state of being nonchalant |
| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
| divulge | to make known (something, such as a confidence or secret) |
| hoodwink | to deceive by false appearance : dupe |
| inviolable | secure from violation or profanation |
| descry | to catch sight of |
| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |
| jubilation | an act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant |