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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sober | not intoxicated |
| compendium | a brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract |
| finesse | refinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture |
| bliss | complete happiness |
| verve | the spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity |
| scourge | whip |
| jocular | said or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful |
| purchase | to obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy |
| glower | to look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger |
| effective | producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect |