GRE Word List

SONOROUS

producing sound (as when struck)

The meaning of the word sonorous is producing sound (as when struck).

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WordMeaning
secta dissenting or schismatic religious body
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fakenot true, real, or genuine : counterfeit
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randoma haphazard course
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vieto strive for superiority : contend
seduceto persuade to disobedience or disloyalty