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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| poignancy | the quality or state of being poignant |
| cursive | running |
| secular | of or relating to the worldly or temporal |
| gale | a strong current of air: |
| abortive | prematurely born |
| potent | having or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful |
| adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |
| parvenu | one that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it |
| onslaught | an especially fierce attack |
| wreak | bring about |