GRE Word List
TUTELAGE
instruction especially of an individual
The meaning of the word tutelage is instruction especially of an individual.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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hindrance | the state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered |
cadence | the beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity |
interstice | a space that intervenes between things |
incisive | impressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation) |
defoliate | to deprive of leaves especially prematurely |
hoard | a supply or fund stored up and often hidden away |
discount | a reduction made from the gross (see gross |
asylum | an inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary |
banal | lacking originality, freshness, or novelty : trite |
alienate | to cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed |