GRE Word List
RUBRIC
an authoritative rule
The meaning of the word rubric is an authoritative rule.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| querulous | habitually complaining |
| breadth | distance from side to side : width |
| jovial | characterized by good-humored cheerfulness and conviviality : jolly |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
| dowdy | not neat or becoming in appearance : shabby |
| entail | to impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| gregarious | tending to associate with others of one's kind : social |
| septic | of, relating to, or causing putrefaction |
| lurid | causing horror or revulsion : gruesome |