GRE Word List
SMATTERING
superficial piecemeal knowledge
The meaning of the word smattering is superficial piecemeal knowledge.
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|---|---|
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| repel | to drive back : repulse |
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| feint | something feigned |
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| converse | to exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk |