GRE Word List
SALIENT
moving by leaps or springs : jumping
The meaning of the word salient is moving by leaps or springs : jumping.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| jest | a joking or mocking remark |
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| vivid | very strong : very high in chroma |
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