GRE Word List

TRUNK

the main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots

The meaning of the word trunk is the main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots.

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WordMeaning
clangora resounding clang or medley of clangs
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
proselytizeto induce someone to convert to one's faith
asymmetrichaving two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical
fitfulcharacterized by fits or paroxysms
prosperitythe condition of being successful or thriving
manifestoa written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer
tanto make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun
cavaliermarked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain
expurgateto cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous