GRE Word List
RUBRIC
an authoritative rule
The meaning of the word rubric is an authoritative rule.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fledgling | a young bird just fledged (see fledge |
| unruly | not readily ruled, disciplined, or managed |
| prurient | marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |
| unimpeachable | not impeachable: such as |
| indelible | that cannot be removed, washed away, or erased |
| cull | to select from a group : choose |
| allegory | the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence |
| repeal | to rescind or annul by authoritative act |
| astral | of, relating to, or coming from the stars |