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 |
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| converge | to tend or move toward one point or one another : come together : meet |
| imbecility | the quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness |
| providence | divine guidance or care |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| elope | to run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| exertion | the act or an instance of exerting |
| maroon | a dark red |
| explicit | fully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent |
| riveting | having the power to fix the attention : engrossing |