GRE Word List
SMATTERING
superficial piecemeal knowledge
The meaning of the word smattering is superficial piecemeal knowledge.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| patriarch | one of the scriptural fathers of the human race or of the Hebrew people |
| slink | to go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal |
| comprehensive | covering completely or broadly : inclusive |
| tangential | touching lightly : incidental |
| blasphemy | the act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God |
| fanfare | a short and lively sounding of trumpets |
| turncoat | one who switches to an opposing side or party |
| mortify | to subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame |
| wrongheaded | stubborn in adherence to wrong opinion or principles |
| deb\^acle | sudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster |