GRE Word List
HOVEL
an open shed or shelter
The meaning of the word hovel is an open shed or shelter.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| plenitude | the quality or state of being full : completeness |
| graduated | marked with divisions indicating degrees or units of measurement |
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| leaven | a substance (such as yeast) used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid |
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| array | to dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn |
| prognosis | the prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case |
| fracas | a noisy quarrel : brawl |
| compulsive | having power to compel |
| incubate | to sit on (eggs) so as to hatch by the warmth of the body |