GRE Word List
USAGE
firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
The meaning of the word usage is firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| alloy | the degree of mixture with base metals : fineness |
| cavalier | marked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain |
| ablution | the washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite) |
| historic | historical |
| tractable | capable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile |
| remnant | a usually small part, member, or trace remaining |
| exclaim | to cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion |
| chortle | to sing or chant exultantly |
| dainty | something delicious to the taste |
| hindrance | the state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered |