GRE Word List
TORRENT
a violent or forceful flow of fluid
The meaning of the word torrent is a violent or forceful flow of fluid.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| discount | a reduction made from the gross (see gross |
| insurmountable | incapable of being surmounted : insuperable |
| autonomous | having the right or power of self-government |
| fetish | an object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner |
| orthography | the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage |
| spry | able to move quickly, easily, and lightly : nimble |
| livid | discolored by bruising : black-and-blue |
| conformist | one who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior |
| gibe | to utter taunting words |
| scheme | a plan or program of action |