GRE Word List

ASKANCE

with disapproval or distrust : scornfully

The meaning of the word askance is with disapproval or distrust : scornfully.

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WordMeaning
impedeto interfere with or slow the progress of
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive
superimposeto place or lay over or above something
sybaritevoluptuary
clandestinemarked by, held in, or conducted with secrecy : surreptitious
callowlacking adult sophistication : immature
indignityan act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult
cabalthe contrived schemes of a group of persons secretly united in a plot (as to overturn a government)
paragona model of excellence or perfection
prepossessingcreating prejudice