GRE Word List

RUBRIC

an authoritative rule

The meaning of the word rubric is an authoritative rule.

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debilitateto impair the strength of : enfeeble
breedto produce (offspring) by hatching or gestation
sleazylacking firmness of texture : flimsy
seminaryan environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
lollto hang loosely or laxly : droop
fleeta number of warships under a single command
adagea saying often in metaphorical form that typically embodies a common observation
inconsistencyan instance of being inconsistent
macean aromatic spice consisting of the dried external fibrous covering of a nutmeg