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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mammoth | any 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 |
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |
| impetus | a driving force : impulse |
| reckon | count |
| repeal | to rescind or annul by authoritative act |
| fecundity | fruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific |
| fresco | the art of painting on freshly spread moist lime plaster with water-based pigments |
| drone | a stingless male bee (as of the honeybee) that has the role of mating with the queen and does not gather nectar or pollen |
| decree | an order usually having the force of law |