GRE Word List
REBUS
a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound
The meaning of the word rebus is a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| defame | to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel |
| congruent | congruous |
| unfetter | to free from fetters |
| vortex | something that resembles a whirlpool |
| incrustation | a crust or hard coating |
| browse | to eat (tender shoots, twigs, leaves of trees and shrubs, etc.) : to consume as browse (see browse |
| figure | a number symbol : numeral |
| clique | a narrow exclusive circle or group of persons |
| motility | the quality or state of being motile : capability of movement |
| effectual | producing or able to produce a desired effect |