GRE Word List
SURROGATE
one appointed to act in place of another : deputy
The meaning of the word surrogate is one appointed to act in place of another : deputy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| trinket | a small ornament (such as a jewel or ring) |
| dys- | abnormal |
| cavil | to raise trivial and frivolous objection |
| pacify | to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe |
| upbraid | to criticize severely : find fault with |
| martial | of, relating to, or suited for war or a warrior |
| sinecure | an office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income |
| transcendental | transcendent |
| cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
| affected | artificial; pretended |