GRE Word List
RUBRIC
an authoritative rule
The meaning of the word rubric is an authoritative rule.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| zenith | the point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration |
| sway | the action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion |
| antiquated | outmoded or discredited by reason of age : old and no longer useful, popular, or accepted |
| tremor | a trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease |
| coroner | a usually elected public officer who is typically not required to have specific medical qualifications and whose principal duty is to inquire by an inquest into the cause of any death which there is reason to suppose is not due to natural causes compare medical examiner |
| amenities | something that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment |
| forthcoming | being about to appear or to be produced or made available |
| queer | differing in some way from what is usual or normal : odd |
| bilk | to block the free development of : frustrate |
| quay | a structure built parallel to the bank of a waterway for use as a landing place |