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 |
|---|---|
| devolve | to pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another |
| brusque | markedly short and abrupt |
| incoherent | lacking coherence: such as |
| sedulous | involving or accomplished with careful perseverance |
| corrosive | tending or having the power to corrode |
| jetsam | the part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore |
| muster | a representative specimen (see specimen |
| pathetic | having a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity |
| comport | to be fitting : accord |
| commodious | comfortably or conveniently spacious : roomy |