GRE Word List
AUGUST
marked by majestic dignity or grandeur
The meaning of the word august is marked by majestic dignity or grandeur.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| polyglot | one who is polyglot |
| rake | an implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground |
| sheer | unqualified |
| dross | the scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal |
| sallow | any of several Old World broad-leaved willows (such as Salix caprea) including important sources of charcoal and tanbark |
| nostrum | a medicine of secret composition recommended by its preparer but usually without scientific proof of its effectiveness |
| deb\^acle | sudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster |
| cherubic | an order of angels see celestial hierarchy |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
| slag | the dross or scoria of a metal |