GRE Word List

SCINTILLA

spark

The meaning of the word scintilla is spark.

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WordMeaning
similea figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
quibbleto evade the point of an argument by caviling about words
sharda piece or fragment of a brittle substance
finickyextremely or excessively particular, exacting, or meticulous in taste or standards
abrogateto abolish by authoritative action : annul
illuminateto supply or brighten with light
intractablenot easily governed, managed, or directed
bucolicof or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral
kneelto position the body so that one or both knees rest on the floor
parquetto furnish with a floor of parquet