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 |
|---|---|
| transmute | to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form |
| schism | division |
| listless | characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit |
| curmudgeon | a crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man |
| opportune | suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence |
| flip | to toss so as to cause to turn over in the air |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |
| platonic | of, relating to, or characteristic of Plato or Platonism |
| sacrilegious | committing or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object |
| conformist | one who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior |