GRE Word List
ALOOF
removed or distant either physically or emotionally
The meaning of the word aloof is removed or distant either physically or emotionally.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| complement | something that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect |
| obese | having excessive body fat |
| brindled | having obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground |
| congenial | pleasant |
| esteem | the regard in which one is held |
| chuckle | to laugh inwardly or quietly |
| pessimism | an inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome |
| precis | a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts |
| prodigy | a highly talented child or youth |