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 |
|---|---|
| natal | native |
| predilection | an established preference for something |
| nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
| cornice | the molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration |
| champion | a winner of first prize or first place in competition |
| guise | a form or style of dress : costume |
| abstain | to choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice |
| foul | offensive to the senses : loathsome |
| disseminate | to spread abroad as though sowing seed |
| impious | not pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent |