GRE Word List

STOIC

a member of a school of philosophy founded by Zeno of Citium about 300 b.c.

The meaning of the word stoic is a member of a school of philosophy founded by Zeno of Citium about 300 b.c..

Random words

WordMeaning
inconsistencyan instance of being inconsistent
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
enhanceheighten
conduita natural or artificial channel through which something (such as a fluid) is conveyed
gentryupper or ruling class : aristocracy
squelchto fall or stamp on so as to crush
infantileof or relating to infants or infancy
trancestupor
loftan upper room or floor : attic