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

WordMeaning
consecratededicated to a sacred purpose
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
stampedea wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals
conspiracythe act of conspiring together
overbearingtending to overwhelm : overpowering
transgressionan act, process, or instance of transgressing: such as
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others
wiltloose freshness; droop
commodiouscomfortably or conveniently spacious : roomy
burgeonto send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout