GRE Word List

AUSTERE

stern and cold in appearance or manner

The meaning of the word austere is stern and cold in appearance or manner.

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WordMeaning
lassitudea condition of weariness or debility : fatigue
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
wrytwist
dislodgeto drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage
benisonblessing
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
choicethe act of choosing : selection
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
gloss_overexplain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults
clandestinemarked by, held in, or conducted with secrecy : surreptitious