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 |
|---|---|
| cosmic | of or relating to the cosmos, the extraterrestrial vastness, or the universe in contrast to the earth alone |
| penumbra | a space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light |
| accelerate | to move faster : to gain speed |
| patent | open to public inspection |
| ignominy | deep personal humiliation and disgrace |
| provocative | serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate |
| variegated | having discrete markings of different colors |
| mash | to reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure |
| extrovert | a person whose personality is characterized by extroversion : a typically gregarious and unreserved person who enjoys and seeks out social interaction |
| blanch | to take the color out of |