GRE Word List
SUPERFICIAL
of, relating to, or located near a surface
The meaning of the word superficial is of, relating to, or located near a surface.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| reprove | to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent |
| precipitous | precipitate |
| castrate | to deprive (a male animal or person) of the testes |
| militant | engaged in warfare or combat : fighting |
| carping | marked by or inclined to querulous and often perverse criticism |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| debar | to bar from having or doing something : preclude |
| topple | to fall from or as if from being top-heavy |
| epicure | one with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine |