GRE Word List

SMATTERING

superficial piecemeal knowledge

The meaning of the word smattering is superficial piecemeal knowledge.

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WordMeaning
reparablecapable of being repaired
grossglaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness
confinesomething (such as borders or walls) that encloses
enlivento give life, action, or spirit to : animate
forensicbelonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate
stalwartmarked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
retiringreserved
glimmerto shine faintly or unsteadily
refuteto prove wrong by argument or evidence : show to be false or erroneous