GRE Word List

SCINTILLA

spark

The meaning of the word scintilla is spark.

Random words

WordMeaning
abstinencethe practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable
equanimityevenness of mind especially under stress
converseto exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily
paucitysmallness of number : fewness
dripto let fall in drops
ruffiana brutal person : bully
disgruntleto make ill-humored or discontented
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
privationan act or instance of depriving : deprivation