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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| repel | to drive back : repulse |
| ruminant | an animal that chews the cud |
| acerbity | the quality of being acerbic |
| cog | a tooth on the rim of a wheel or gear |
| meretricious | of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution |
| daub | to cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster |
| invincible | incapable of being conquered, overcome, or subdued |
| nurse | a person who cares for the sick or infirm |
| lithe | easily bent or flexed |
| hide | to put out of sight : secrete |