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
impenetrableincapable of being penetrated or pierced
dilatorytending or intended to cause delay
languorweakness or weariness of body or mind
composta mixture that consists largely of decayed organic matter and is used for fertilizing and conditioning land
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around
monograma sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
mortifyto subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame
solublesusceptible of being dissolved in or as if in a liquid and especially water
iniquitouscharacterized by iniquity