GRE Word List
SCINTILLA
spark
The meaning of the word scintilla is spark.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disparate | markedly distinct in quality or character |
| pillory | a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked |
| astigmatism | a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image |
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| pummel | pound |
| bookish | of or relating to books |
| germane | being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
| impetuous | marked by impulsive vehemence or passion |
| hew | to cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument |