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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eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
arrayto dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn
expletivea syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
repulseto drive or beat back : repel
arrearsthe state of being behind in the discharge of obligations
inerrancyexemption from error : infallibility
nutrientfurnishing nourishment
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish