GRE Word List
ABJECT
(of a condition) wretched; as low as possible; lacking pride; very humble; showing lack of self-respect; Ex. abject apology
The meaning of the word abject is (of a condition) wretched; as low as possible; lacking pride; very humble; showing lack of self-respect; Ex. abject apology.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| inexorable | relentless; unyielding; implacable; not capable of being changed by entreaty or efforts; Ex. inexorable price rises |
| ignominy | deep disgrace; shame or dishonor; ADJ. ignominious; Ex. ignominous defeat |
| bucolic | rustic; pastoral |
| intransigence | refusal of any compromise; stubbornness; ADJ. intransigent: uncompromising |
| vie | contend; compete |
| coiffure | hairstyle |
| refectory | dining hall; room where meals are served (in a school) |
| mandate | order; charge; authoritative command; power to govern another country; power to given to a government; region under administration; V: give a mandate to; place under a mandate; Ex. mandated territory |
| amnesia | loss of memory |
| stipulate | state as a necessary condition (of an agreement); make express conditions; specify; Ex. He stipulated payment in advance |
