GRE Word List
SPOONERISM
a transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil)
The meaning of the word spoonerism is a transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| distrait | apprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted |
| boorish | resembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor |
| comprehensive | covering completely or broadly : inclusive |
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| compulsory | mandatory |
| buxom | vigorously or healthily plump |
| array | to dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn |
| histrionic | deliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical |
| obligatory | binding in law or conscience |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |