GRE Word List

AVUNCULAR

suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality

The meaning of the word avuncular is suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality.

Random words

WordMeaning
dissertationan extended usually written treatment of a subject
decrepitudethe quality or state of being decrepit
disclaimto make a disclaimer
groucha fit of bad temper
effaceto eliminate or make indistinct by or as if by wearing away a surface
mutinousdisposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
portlydignified
limpidmarked by transparency (see transparent
receptiveable or inclined to receive