GRE Word List

SMATTERING

superficial piecemeal knowledge

The meaning of the word smattering is superficial piecemeal knowledge.

Random words

WordMeaning
quaintpleasingly or strikingly old-fashioned or unfamiliar
apparitionan unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon
odiousarousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive
nexusconnection
bowdlerizeto expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar
stunto make senseless, groggy, or dizzy by or as if by a blow : daze
osseousbony
emetican agent that induces vomiting
primpto dress, adorn, or arrange in a careful or finicky manner