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
warrantya real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
defaceto mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details
unfeignednot feigned or hypocritical : genuine
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
flicka light sharp jerky stroke or movement
onomatopoeiathe naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss)
braga pompous or boastful statement
marredto ruin or diminish the perfection or wholeness of : spoil