GRE Word List

RUBRIC

an authoritative rule

The meaning of the word rubric is an authoritative rule.

Random words

WordMeaning
functionalof, connected with, or being a function
wizenedto become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled often as a result of aging or of failing vitality
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
asteroidany of the small rocky celestial bodies found especially between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter
gravitydignity or sobriety of bearing
stymieto present an obstacle to : stand in the way of
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
palliddeficient in color : wan
somnolentof a kind likely to induce sleep
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment