GRE Word List

SEDENTARY

not migratory : settled

The meaning of the word sedentary is not migratory : settled.

Random words

WordMeaning
arroyoa watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region
perspicuityplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
melancholydepression of spirits : dejection
concavehollowed or rounded inward like the inside of a bowl
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
forteone's strong point
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
dirgea song or hymn of grief or lamentation
promiscuoushaving or involving many sexual partners : not restricted to one sexual partner or few sexual partners
decryto depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly