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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rudimentary | consisting in first principles : fundamental |
| upbraid | to criticize severely : find fault with |
| nocturnal | of, relating to, or occurring in the night |
| adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
| dubious | unsettled in opinion : doubtful |
| phobia | an exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation |
| bulwark | a solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart |
| noisome | noxious |
| trifle | something of little value, substance, or importance |
| caste | one of the hereditary social classes in Hinduism that restrict the occupation of their members and their association with the members of other castes |