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.

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WordMeaning
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
writheto twist into coils or folds
comestibleedible
clandestinemarked by, held in, or conducted with secrecy : surreptitious
penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
regaleto entertain sumptuously : feast with delicacies
motea small particle : speck
potablesuitable for drinking
hackneyedlacking in freshness or originality
mandatoryrequired by a law or rule : obligatory