GRE Word List
TRANSPIRE
to take place : go on
The meaning of the word transpire is to take place : go on.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ulterior | going beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper |
| impregnable | incapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable |
| legato | in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones) |
| denigrate | to attack the reputation of : defame |
| apprise | to give notice to : tell |
| tonsure | the Roman Catholic or Eastern rite of admission to the clerical state by the clipping or shaving of a portion of the head |
| myriad | ten thousand |
| chronicle | a historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation |
| commune | talk over |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |