GRE Word List
ADVERSE
acting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
The meaning of the word adverse is acting against or in a contrary direction : hostile.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cower | to shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| disingenuous | lacking in candor |
| anonymity | the quality or state of being anonymous |
| unwitting | not knowing : unaware |
| personable | pleasant or amiable in person : attractive |
| gambit | a chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position |
| illusive | based on or producing illusion : illusory |
| hiatus | a break in or as if in a material object : gap |