GRE Word List

AQUILINE

curving like an eagle's beak

The meaning of the word aquiline is curving like an eagle's beak.

Random words

WordMeaning
shadecomparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light
haplesshaving no luck : unfortunate
flamboyantmarked by or given to strikingly elaborate or colorful display or behavior
spoonerisma transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil)
juridicalof or relating to the administration of justice or the office of a judge
cadeta younger brother or son
virtualbeing such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
disembarkto remove to shore from a ship
understateto represent as less than is the case