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.

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siderealof, relating to, or expressed in relation to stars or constellations : astral
temporizeto act to suit the time or occasion : yield to current or dominant opinion
anonymitythe quality or state of being anonymous
decadencethe process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent
rapturean expression or manifestation of ecstasy or passion
integrateto form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole : unite
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
ripto tear or split apart or open
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions