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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WordMeaning
execrabledeserving to be execrated : detestable
rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
tediumthe quality or state of being tedious : tediousness
adhereto hold fast or stick by or as if by gluing, suction, grasping, or fusing
upbraidto criticize severely : find fault with
visagethe face, countenance, or appearance of a person or sometimes an animal
titterto laugh in a nervous, affected, or partly suppressed manner : giggle
arrayto dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn
vagaryan erratic, unpredictable, or extravagant manifestation, action, or notion
tribunala court or forum of justice