GRE Word List
RENOWN
fame; ADJ. renowned
The meaning of the word renown is fame; ADJ. renowned.
Random words
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mauve | pale purple |
cavalier | casual and offhand; arrogant; N: knight |
die | metal block used for shaping metal or plastic; device for stamping or impressing; mold; CF. dice |
astute | wise; shrewd; keen; seeing quickly something that is to one's advantage |
awl | pointed tool used for piercing |
anthropoid | manlike; resembling a human being; N. |
unearth | dig up; discover (facts) by careful searching; Ex. He unearthed some secrets about her; OP. conceal |
arroyo | gully; narrow channel formed by rainwater |
memento | token; reminder of the past; keepsake; Ex. memento of your visit |
economy | efficiency or conciseness in using something; thrifty management of resources |