GRE Word List

THESIS

a dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view

The meaning of the word thesis is a dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view.

Random words

WordMeaning
beneficentdoing or producing good
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
promontorya high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event
lagone that lags or is last
permissivegranted on sufferance : tolerated
apparentopen to view : visible
insinuateto impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply
adaptto make fit (as for a new use) often by modification