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 |
|---|---|
| refraction | deflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different |
| judiciary | a system of courts of law |
| begrudge | to give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure |
| reconnaissance | a preliminary survey to gain information |
| malevolent | having, showing, or arising from intense often vicious ill will, spite, or hatred |
| allay | to subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate |
| pedestrian | commonplace |
| kindle | to start (a fire) burning : light |
| desultory | marked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose |
| commonwealth | a nation, state, or other political unit: such as |