GRE Word List
SPANGLE
a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing
The meaning of the word spangle is a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| trinket | a small ornament (such as a jewel or ring) |
| miniature | a copy on a much reduced scale |
| idiom | an expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way) |
| insensate | lacking sense or understanding |
| commonplace | commonly found or seen : ordinary |
| idolatry | the worship of a physical object as a god |
| abscond | to depart secretly and hide oneself |
| acme | the highest point or stage |
| pomposity | pompous demeanor, speech, or behavior |
| skittish | lively or frisky in action : capricious |