GRE Word List
RARE
seldom occurring or found : uncommon
The meaning of the word rare is seldom occurring or found : uncommon.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| layman | a person who is not a member of the clergy |
| quirk | an abrupt twist or curve |
| abstinence | the practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable |
| schematic | of or relating to a scheme or schema |
| indict | to charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law |
| internecine | of, relating to, or involving conflict within a group |
| retain | to keep in possession or use |
| allegory | the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence |
| colander | a perforated utensil for washing or draining food |
| impassioned | filled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling |