GRE Word List
VERNACULAR
using a language or dialect native to a region or country rather than a literary, cultured, or foreign language
The meaning of the word vernacular is using a language or dialect native to a region or country rather than a literary, cultured, or foreign language.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| philistine | a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia |
| epitome | a typical or ideal example : embodiment |
| pigment | a substance that imparts black or white or a color to other materials |
| abyss | an immeasurably deep gulf or great space |
| dross | the scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal |
| adroit | having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations |
| arroyo | a watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region |
| anthropomorphic | described or thought of as having a human form or human attributes |
| indefatigable | incapable of being fatigued : untiring |
| galaxy | milky way galaxy |