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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| burlesque | a literary or dramatic work that seeks to ridicule by means of grotesque exaggeration or comic imitation |
| compatible | capable of existing together in harmony |
| oatmeal | meal made from oats |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| narrative | something that is narrated : story |
| underhand | in a clandestine manner |
| quack | to make the characteristic cry of a duck |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| sanctimonious | hypocritically pious or devout |
| sophomoric | conceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature |