GRE Word List

ASKEW

out of line : at an angle

The meaning of the word askew is out of line : at an angle.

Random words

WordMeaning
occludeto close up or block off : obstruct
pugilistfighter
surfeitan overabundant supply : excess
aboriginalbeing the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region
limpto walk lamely
subsistencereal being : existence
haplesshaving no luck : unfortunate
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
irasciblemarked by hot temper and easily provoked anger