GRE Word List
TRIFLING
trivial; unimportant
The meaning of the word trifling is trivial; unimportant.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| conformist | person who uncritically conforms to the customs of a group; OP. nonconformist: one who does not conform to accepted beliefs of norms |
| appropriate | acquire; take possession of for one's own use without permission; set aside for a particular purpose; allocate; CF. misappropriate |
| chip | lose a small piece from the surface or edge; N: small piece broken off something; CF. French fry; Potato chip/crisp |
| monograph | scholarly article |
| laborious | demanding much work or care; tedious |
| valediction | saying farewell; expression of leave-taking |
| tertiary | third in order or rank |
| selective | careful in choosing; having an effect only on certain things; not general; Ex. eclectic weed killer |
| fringe | decorative edge of hanging threads; edge |
| ventilate | admit fresh air into to replace stale air |
