GRE Word List

WISP

a small handful (as of hay or straw)

The meaning of the word wisp is a small handful (as of hay or straw).

Random words

WordMeaning
lacerationthe act of lacerating
vitalof the utmost importance
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
adeptthoroughly proficient : expert
gaffea social or diplomatic blunder
confluencea coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point
copiousyielding something abundantly
casteone of the hereditary social classes in Hinduism that restrict the occupation of their members and their association with the members of other castes
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
relican object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr