GRE Word List
ADVERSE
going against; opposing; unfavorable; hostile
The meaning of the word adverse is going against; opposing; unfavorable; hostile.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| protege | person receiving protection and support from a patron |
| frantic | wild; distraught as from fear or worry; Ex. frantic with fear |
| sallow | (of the skin) yellowish and unhealthy-looking; sickly in color; Ex. sallow complexion due to jaundice |
| helm | steering wheel of a ship; position of control |
| convene | come together; assemble; call to meet; Ex. convene the council |
| windfall | fallen fruit; unexpected lucky event |
| berate | scold strongly |
| treatise | article treating a subject systematically and thoroughly |
| forthcoming | happening in the near future; ready; willing to help; Ex. No answer was forthcoming. |
| emolument | salary; payment for an office; compensation |
