GRE Word List
TOME
book
The meaning of the word tome is book.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rolling | (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments |
| condescend | to assume an air of superiority |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |
| alimony | an allowance made to one spouse by the other for support pending or after legal separation or divorce |
| orient | to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group |
| tantalize | to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach |
| adjacent | not distant : nearby |
| leniency | the quality or state of being lenient |
| heresy | adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma |
| sullen | gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed |