GRE Word List
SKIRMISH
a minor fight in war usually incidental to larger movements
The meaning of the word skirmish is a minor fight in war usually incidental to larger movements.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| oblique | neither perpendicular nor parallel : inclined |
| mural | of, relating to, or resembling a wall |
| trifle | something of little value, substance, or importance |
| frugality | the quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift |
| implode | to burst inward |
| blandishment | something that tends to coax or cajole : allurement |
| fastidious | showing or demanding excessive delicacy or care |
| polygamist | marriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry |
| egress | a place or means of going out : exit |
| tensile | capable of tension : ductile |