GRE Word List

STRATIFIED

formed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata

The meaning of the word stratified is formed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata.

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clapto strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise
inamorataa woman with whom one is in love or has intimate relations
enclavea distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory
apogeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth
repineto feel or express dejection or discontent : complain
cornucopiaa curved, hollow goat's horn or similarly shaped receptacle (such as a horn-shaped basket) that is overflowing especially with fruit and vegetables (such as gourds, ears of corn, apples, and grapes) and that is used as a decorative motif emblematic of abundance
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
drollhaving a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality
jaunta usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure
clangora resounding clang or medley of clangs