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

WordMeaning
obliqueneither perpendicular nor parallel : inclined
muralof, relating to, or resembling a wall
triflesomething of little value, substance, or importance
frugalitythe quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift
implodeto burst inward
blandishmentsomething that tends to coax or cajole : allurement
fastidiousshowing or demanding excessive delicacy or care
polygamistmarriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry
egressa place or means of going out : exit
tensilecapable of tension : ductile