GRE Word List

RIVULET

a small stream

The meaning of the word rivulet is a small stream.

Random words

WordMeaning
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
approbationcommendation
vignettea picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper
unassumingnot assuming : modest
magnanimitythe quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity
murmura half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling
welta strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together
grandeurthe quality or state of being grand : magnificence
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
tessellatedhaving a checkered appearance