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
wrinklea small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease
archaeologythe scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities
expoundto set forth : state
gavelrent or tribute in medieval England
retiringreserved
precincta part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
oafa stupid person : boob
eclipsethe total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
addlerotten