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
pellucidadmitting maximum passage of light without diffusion or distortion
moresthe fixed morally binding customs of a particular group
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
conduita natural or artificial channel through which something (such as a fluid) is conveyed
corpusclea minute particle
swearto utter or take solemnly (an oath)
pristinebelonging to the earliest period or state : original
regattaa rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races
unsavoryinsipid
martialof, relating to, or suited for war or a warrior