GRE Word List

SEMINARY

an environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated

The meaning of the word seminary is an environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated.

Random words

WordMeaning
cameoa gem carved in relief (see relief
incentivesomething that incites or has a tendency to incite to determination or action
conundruman intricate and difficult problem
ostracizeto exile by ostracism
hoodwinkto deceive by false appearance : dupe
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
innocuousproducing no injury : harmless
gratiswithout charge or recompense : free
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways