GRE Word List

STRATUM

a bed or layer artificially made

The meaning of the word stratum is a bed or layer artificially made.

Random words

WordMeaning
clamberto climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile
outwitto get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart
polemican aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another
historichistorical
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
odiousarousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
ruminantan animal that chews the cud
contortionsto twist in a violent manner