GRE Word List
SMATTERING
superficial piecemeal knowledge
The meaning of the word smattering is superficial piecemeal knowledge.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tribute | something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved |
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
| isthmus | a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas |
| sere | being dried and withered |
| transcendent | exceeding usual limits : surpassing |
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |
| receptive | able or inclined to receive |
| vise | any of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam |
| elusive | tending to elude: such as |
| plait | pleat |