GRE Word List
SALIENT
prominent; projecting beyond a line; conspicuous; Ex. salient features
The meaning of the word salient is prominent; projecting beyond a line; conspicuous; Ex. salient features.
Random words
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repertoire | list of works of music, drama, etc., a performer is prepared to present; CF. repertory |
mosaic | picture made of small colorful inlaid tiles; ADJ. |
libido | psychic and emotional energy or urges behind human activity; sexual desire |
disparity | difference; condition of inequality; OP. parity |
recital | act of reciting publicly; detailed account; performance of music or dance (by a solo performer) |
quixotic | idealistic but impractical; CF. Don Quixote |
hubris | arrogance; excessive self-conceit |
stolid | dull; impassive; showing little emotion when strong feelings are expected |
repellent | driving away; disgusting; offensive; repulsive; unattractive; N. |
disburse | pay out (as from a fund); N. disbursement; CF. purse |