GRE Word List

WITTICISM

a cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark

The meaning of the word witticism is a cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark.

Random words

WordMeaning
asymmetrichaving two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical
preciseexactly or sharply defined or stated
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
harryto make a pillaging or destructive raid on : assault
sleeperone that sleeps
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
rallyto muster for a common purpose
vintnera wine merchant
elaborationplanned or carried out with great care