GRE Word List

TESSELLATED

having a checkered appearance

The meaning of the word tessellated is having a checkered appearance.

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archaichaving the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses
sordidmarked by baseness or grossness : vile
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
repineto feel or express dejection or discontent : complain
bulwarka solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart
behemotha mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God
pacifistan adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes
tribunala court or forum of justice
prefatoryof, relating to, or constituting a preface