GRE Word List
SALIENT
moving by leaps or springs : jumping
The meaning of the word salient is moving by leaps or springs : jumping.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| flaunt | to display or obtrude oneself to public notice |
| spontaneity | the quality or state of being spontaneous |
| resolve | to deal with successfully : clear up |
| nib | bill |
| arbitrary | existing or coming about seemingly at random or by chance or as a capricious and unreasonable act of will |
| odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
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| numismatist | the study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals) |
| regiment | a military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions |