GRE Word List

SMATTERING

superficial piecemeal knowledge

The meaning of the word smattering is superficial piecemeal knowledge.

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archipelagoan expanse of water with many scattered islands
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
egoisma doctrine that individual self-interest is the actual motive of all conscious action
cacophonousmarked by cacophony : harsh-sounding
perennialpresent at all seasons of the year
elysiumthe abode of the blessed after death in classical mythology
gushto issue copiously or violently
nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
inequityinjustice
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