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
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
roosteran adult male domestic chicken
turncoatone who switches to an opposing side or party
acuitykeenness of perception
theoreticalexisting only in theory : hypothetical
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
peonany of various workers in India, Sri Lanka, or Malaysia: such as
oracularresembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery)
existentialof, relating to, or affirming existence