GRE Word List

ROSTRUM

an ancient Roman platform for public orators

The meaning of the word rostrum is an ancient Roman platform for public orators.

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acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
doldrumsa spell of listlessness or despondency
symmetrybalanced proportions
capriciousgoverned or characterized by caprice : impulsive
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
ineffableincapable of being expressed in words : indescribable
vulnerablecapable of being physically or emotionally wounded
fanciedimagined or believed to be true or real
sustainto give support or relief to