GRE Word List
VERGE
border; edge, rim, or margin; Ex. on the verge of: very near to; V: border on
The meaning of the word verge is border; edge, rim, or margin; Ex. on the verge of: very near to; V: border on.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hubris | arrogance; excessive self-conceit |
| obstreperous | boisterous; noisy and uncontrollable |
| prime | period of ideal or peak condition; earliest or beginning stage; Ex. in the prime of life; Ex. prime of the year(spring); ADJ: first in importance or rank; first; V: make ready; prepare |
| descry | catch sight of (something distant) |
| perjury | false testimony while under oath; V. perjure oneself: testify falsely under oath |
| amphibian | able to live both on land and in water; N. |
| putative | supposed; reputed; generally regarded as such; Ex. putative father of the child |
| choice | delicate; of very fine quality |
| pitfall | hidden danger; concealed trap |
| surly | bad-tempered; rude; cross |
