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
kaleidoscopean instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns
unwittingnot knowing : unaware
suitorone that petitions or entreats
transitiona change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another
prophylacticguarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection
acclivityan ascending slope (as of a hill)
discloseto make known or public
tactfulhaving or showing tact
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
sustenancemeans of support, maintenance, or subsistence : living