GRE Word List

TIRADE

a protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language

The meaning of the word tirade is a protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language.

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WordMeaning
catastrophea momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin
primaryfirst in order of time or development : primitive
dogmaticcharacterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts
circuitoushaving a circular or winding course
balmyhaving the qualities of balm : soothing
poseto set forth or offer for attention or consideration
palliateto reduce the violence of (a disease)
minusculevery small
capsizeto cause to overturn
consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord