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 |
|---|---|
| witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |
| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
| succor | relief |
| misdemeanor | a crime less serious than a felony (see felony |
| tread | to step or walk on or over |
| assay | to analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components |
| loathe | to dislike greatly and often with disgust or intolerance : detest |
| complementary | serving to fill out or complete |
| weary | exhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness |
| backslide | to lapse morally or in the practice of religion |