GRE Word List

SURVEILLANCE

close watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective)

The meaning of the word surveillance is close watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective).

Random words

WordMeaning
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
indiscriminatenot marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment
corpusclea minute particle
fervidvery hot : burning
epochan event or a time marked by an event that begins a new period or development
bruisean injury involving rupture of small blood vessels and discoloration without a break in the overlying skin : contusion
repletefully or abundantly provided or filled
prateto talk long and idly : chatter
cascadea steep usually small fall of water
complaisantmarked by an inclination to please or oblige