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
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra
rivuleta small stream
fallowof a light yellowish-brown color
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
repugnancethe quality or fact of being contradictory or inconsistent
arrearsthe state of being behind in the discharge of obligations
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
rebuffto reject or criticize sharply : snub
vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
lubricateto make smooth or slippery