GRE Word List
TIRADE
a protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language
The meaning of the word tirade is a protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| veto | an authoritative prohibition : interdiction |
| deface | to mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details |
| sherbet | a cold drink of sweetened and diluted fruit juice |
| mutinous | disposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious |
| indulge | to yield to the desire of : humor |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |
| bacchanal | orgy |
| ragamuffin | a ragged often disreputable person |
| prosperous | auspicious |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |