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
vicariousexperienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy
slipshodwearing loose shoes or slippers
hueoverall character or appearance to the mind : complexion
cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
epauletsomething that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as
fortitudestrength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage