GRE Word List
RANK
relative standing or position
The meaning of the word rank is relative standing or position.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |
| colloquy | conversation |
| parasite | an organism living in, on, or with another organism in order to obtain nutrients, grow, or multiply often in a state that directly or indirectly harms the host (see host |
| cantata | a composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment |
| opus | work |
| murky | characterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke |
| slack | not using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent |
| calorific | caloric |
| bode | to indicate (something, such as a future event) by signs : presage |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |