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
emollientmaking soft or supple
sparenot being used
lushgrowing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage
mundaneof, relating to, or characteristic of the world
strutto become turgid : swell
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)
precipitateto throw violently : hurl
existentialof, relating to, or affirming existence
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
animusa usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will