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
complementsomething that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
wrongheadedstubborn in adherence to wrong opinion or principles
insatiableincapable of being satisfied : quenchless
gnarledfull of knots or gnarls : knotty
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
incriminateto charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault
limnto draw or paint on a surface
gauchelacking social experience or grace
ostracizeto exile by ostracism