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 |
|---|---|
| provident | frugal |
| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
| uniformity | the quality or state of being uniform |
| nebula | any of numerous clouds of gas or dust in interstellar space |
| abyss | an immeasurably deep gulf or great space |
| gnarl | snarl |
| ensue | to strive to attain : pursue |
| consummate | extremely skilled and accomplished |
| orient | to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group |
| thrash | to beat soundly with or as if with a stick or whip : flog |