GRE Word List

SMATTERING

superficial piecemeal knowledge

The meaning of the word smattering is superficial piecemeal knowledge.

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WordMeaning
cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
lagoona shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
gaffea social or diplomatic blunder
tonsurethe Roman Catholic or Eastern rite of admission to the clerical state by the clipping or shaving of a portion of the head
occludeto close up or block off : obstruct
alimonyan allowance made to one spouse by the other for support pending or after legal separation or divorce
appraiseto set a value on : to estimate the amount of
fitfulcharacterized by fits or paroxysms
mannerismexaggerated or affected (see affected