GRE Word List
RUBRIC
an authoritative rule
The meaning of the word rubric is an authoritative rule.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bloated | overfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc. |
| bog | wet spongy ground |
| cartographer | one that makes maps |
| insinuate | to impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply |
| begrudge | to give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure |
| scurvy | a disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes |
| ludicrous | amusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity |
| breach | infraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard |
| bereaved | suffering the death of a loved one |
| pessimism | an inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome |