GRE Word List

SUBALTERN

particular with reference to a related universal proposition

The meaning of the word subaltern is particular with reference to a related universal proposition.

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WordMeaning
mammothany of a genus (Mammuthus) of extinct Pleistocene mammals of the elephant family distinguished from recent elephants by highly ridged molars, usually large size, very long tusks that curve upward, and well-developed body hair
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
sultryvery hot and humid : sweltering
impetusa driving force : impulse
reckoncount
repealto rescind or annul by authoritative act
fecundityfruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific
frescothe art of painting on freshly spread moist lime plaster with water-based pigments
dronea stingless male bee (as of the honeybee) that has the role of mating with the queen and does not gather nectar or pollen
decreean order usually having the force of law