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 |
|---|---|
| rectify | to set right : remedy |
| parish | the ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor |
| dolt | a stupid person |
| repertoire | a list or supply of dramas, operas, pieces, or parts that a company or person is prepared to perform |
| confidence | a feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances |
| rigor | harsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity |
| bid | to offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance |
| sagacious | of keen and farsighted penetration and judgment : discerning |
| tenant | one who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another |
| ponderous | of very great weight |