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 |
|---|---|
| volition | the power of choosing or determining : will |
| dissertation | an extended usually written treatment of a subject |
| parched | deprived of natural moisture |
| asperity | roughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger |
| discrete | constituting a separate entity : individually distinct |
| corrode | to eat away by degrees as if by gnawing |
| humility | freedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble |
| topple | to fall from or as if from being top-heavy |
| fancier | one that has a special liking or interest |
| compute | to determine especially by mathematical means |