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
overturnto cause to turn over : upset
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
propinquitynearness of blood : kinship
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
buoyanthaving buoyancy
ceremoniousdevoted to forms and ceremony
pedagogythe art, science, or profession of teaching
dissentto withhold assent or approval
preento groom with the bill especially by rearranging the barbs and barbules of the feathers and by distributing oil from the uropygial gland
wrathstrong vengeful anger or indignation