GRE Word List
SHARD
a piece or fragment of a brittle substance
The meaning of the word shard is a piece or fragment of a brittle substance.
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| facet | any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration) |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| plait | pleat |
| heedless | not taking heed : inconsiderate |
| nihilist | a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless |
| gravity | dignity or sobriety of bearing |
| dirge | a song or hymn of grief or lamentation |
| velocity | quickness of motion : speed |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| litigation | the act, process, or practice of settling a dispute in a court of law : the act or process of litigating |