GRE Word List
SEISMIC
pertaining to earthquakes
The meaning of the word seismic is pertaining to earthquakes.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| equitable | fair; impartial; OP. inequitable |
| valid | logically convincing; sound; legally acceptable; effective; Ex. valid reasoning/passport |
| pristine | unspoiled; remaining in a pure state; characteristic of earlier times; primitive; Ex. an old book in pristine condition |
| graphite | black form of carbon used in lead pencils |
| prattle | talk idly; babble; N. CF. prate |
| refurbish | renovate; make clean, bright, or fresh (make new) again; make bright by polishing; Ex. refurbish an old theater; CF. furbish: polish |
| restitution | returning something (lost or stolen) to the rightful owner; reparation; indemnification; compensation for loss, damage, or injury |
| defoliate | destroy leaves; deprive of leaves (by the use of chemicals); N. defoliant |
| feline | of a member of the cat family; N. |
| swagger | walk or behave with an over-confident manner |
