GRE Word List
ROTE
repetition; memorization through repetition without understanding; Ex. learn poetry by rote
The meaning of the word rote is repetition; memorization through repetition without understanding; Ex. learn poetry by rote.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| detonation | explosion |
| symmetry | arrangement of parts so that balance is obtained; congruity; ADJ. symmetrical |
| winnow | sift; separate the chaff from grain by blowing; separate good parts from bad; CF. wind |
| bountiful | generous; graciously generous; showing bounty |
| negate | cancel out; nullify; cause to have no effect; deny; N. negation |
| promote | advance in rank; advance; help to flourish; advocate; help actively in forming; publicize or popularize; Ex. Milk promotes health; Ex. promote a match/bill; Ex. promote a new product |
| besmirch | soil; defile; make dirty |
| asteroid | small planet |
| reverent | respectful; worshipful; V. revere: regard with reverence; N. reverence: profound respect |
| soothsayer | one who foretells the future |