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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| list | a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects) |
| perpetuate | to make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely |
| paradox | one (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases |
| behemoth | a mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God |
| colossus | a statue of gigantic size and proportions |
| mash | to reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure |
| linger | to be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry |
| quizzical | comically quaint |
| encroachment | to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another |
| embitter | to excite bitter feelings in |