GRE Word List
SYLVAN
one that frequents groves or woods
The meaning of the word sylvan is one that frequents groves or woods.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| malapropism | the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| wince | to shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch |
| acquiesce | to accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively |
| livid | discolored by bruising : black-and-blue |
| claustrophobia | abnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces |
| blatant | noisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous |
| augury | divination from auspices (see auspice |
| galvanize | to subject to the action of an electric current especially for the purpose of stimulating physiologically |
| remote | separated by an interval or space greater than usual |