GRE Word List
ASKANCE
with disapproval or distrust : scornfully
The meaning of the word askance is with disapproval or distrust : scornfully.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| charisma | a personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader) |
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| proclivity | an inclination or predisposition toward something |
| glower | to look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger |
| beholden | being under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted |
| depreciate | to lower in honor or esteem |
| exploit | deed |
| brevity | shortness of duration |
| commonplace | commonly found or seen : ordinary |
| violate | break |