GRE Word List

SPECK

a small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay

The meaning of the word speck is a small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay.

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WordMeaning
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
eulogistica commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
drollhaving a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality
bloatedoverfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc.
fraileasily led into evil
contrivancea thing contrived
begetto procreate as the father : sire
ductilecapable of being drawn out (see draw
blotchto mark or mar with blotches
awla pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood)