GRE Word List

SYNOPTIC

affording a general view of a whole

The meaning of the word synoptic is affording a general view of a whole.

Random words

WordMeaning
mentora friend of Odysseus entrusted with the education of Odysseus' son Telemachus
clairvoyanthaving clairvoyance : able to see beyond the range of ordinary perception
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
disengageto release from something that engages or involves
recitala detailed account : enumeration
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
tantalizeto tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach
corrodeto eat away by degrees as if by gnawing
choreographythe art of symbolically representing dancing
succulentfull of juice : juicy