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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corpulenthaving a large bulky body : obese
reprimanda severe or formal reproof
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soddendull or expressionless especially from continued indulgence in alcoholic beverages
machinationsan act of machinating
rostruman ancient Roman platform for public orators
taciturntemperamentally disinclined to talk
therapeuticof or relating to the treatment of disease or disorders by remedial agents or methods : curative