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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WordMeaning
raconteura person who excels in telling anecdotes
stupefyto make stupid, groggy, or insensible
surgeto rise and fall actively : toss
circleta little circle
poseura person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
blightedaffected with blight (see blight
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
concordatcompact