GRE Word List
AUGUST
impressive; majestic
The meaning of the word august is impressive; majestic.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| benediction | blessing |
| filial | pertaining to or befitting a son or daughter; Ex. filial respect |
| scrutinize | examine closely and critically; N. scrutiny |
| inevitable | unavoidable |
| reaper | one who harvests grain; Ex. the Grim Reaper; V. reap: cut and gather (crop); harvest a crop |
| habitat | natural home of a plant or animal; CF. habitation |
| threadbare | worn through till the threads show; shabby and poor; hackneyed; Ex. threadbare excuses |
| mortician | undertaker; CF. death |
| jingoist | extremely aggressive and militant patriot; warlike chauvinist; N. jingoism: extreme nationalism |
| bitter | having a sharp biting taste; causing sharp pain to the body or mind; filled with resentment, disappointment, or other unpleasant feelings; Ex. bitter wind/sorrow/tears |