GRE Word List
AVID
characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
The meaning of the word avid is characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| apiculture | the keeping of bees especially on a large scale |
| modicum | a small portion : a limited quantity |
| exacting | tryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands |
| whet | to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone) |
| drivel | nonsense |
| hazardous | involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm) |
| effete | no longer fertile |
| ordeal | a primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control |
| irretrievable | not retrievable : impossible to regain or recover |
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |