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
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
briman upper or outer margin : verge
dregssediment contained in a liquid or precipitated (see precipitate
vulnerablecapable of being physically or emotionally wounded
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
gentryupper or ruling class : aristocracy
hardybold
decelerateto reduce the speed of : slow down
purportedreputed