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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clap | to strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise |
inamorata | a woman with whom one is in love or has intimate relations |
enclave | a distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory |
apogee | the 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 |
repine | to feel or express dejection or discontent : complain |
cornucopia | a 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 |
venture | to proceed especially in the face of danger |
droll | having a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality |
jaunt | a usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure |
clangor | a resounding clang or medley of clangs |