GRE Word List

HOVEL

an open shed or shelter

The meaning of the word hovel is an open shed or shelter.

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WordMeaning
lullto cause to sleep or rest : soothe
tendentiousmarked by a tendency in favor of a particular point of view : biased
floridvery flowery in style : ornate
extantcurrently or actually existing
amplegenerous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity
outlooka place offering a view
bigota person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation
auxiliaryoffering or providing help
portendto give an omen or anticipatory sign of