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
stampto pound or crush with a pestle or a heavy instrument
gallbrazen boldness coupled with impudent assurance and insolence
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
foraya sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid
perfunctorycharacterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical
lumberto move ponderously
euphonypleasing or sweet sound
gargoylea spout in the form of a grotesque human or animal figure projecting from a roof gutter to throw rainwater clear of a building
obesehaving excessive body fat