GRE Word List

RUBRIC

an authoritative rule

The meaning of the word rubric is an authoritative rule.

Random words

WordMeaning
ratifyto approve and sanction formally : confirm
unceremoniousnot ceremonious : informal
nondescriptbelonging or appearing to belong to no particular class or kind : not easily described
compressto press or squeeze together
cynosurethe northern constellation Ursa Minor
coincorner
stratifiedformed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
reprobatean unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel
moresthe fixed morally binding customs of a particular group