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

WordMeaning
latchto lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
depleteto empty of a principal substance
markedhaving an identifying mark
lewdobscene
dissonancelack of agreement
evenhandedfair
moratoriuma legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt
seasoneda time characterized by a particular circumstance or feature
sagaciousof keen and farsighted penetration and judgment : discerning