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
sentinelsentry
sumptuousextremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent
interpolateto alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter
ossifyto change into bone
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
defaceto mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details
refuteto prove wrong by argument or evidence : show to be false or erroneous
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
casualsubject to, resulting from, or occurring by chance
wantonmerciless