GRE Word List

AWFUL

extremely disagreeable or objectionable

The meaning of the word awful is extremely disagreeable or objectionable.

Random words

WordMeaning
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
venalcapable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable
decryto depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly
ensueto strive to attain : pursue
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
pulsateto throb or move rhythmically : vibrate
asceticpracticing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline
nadirthe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer
quaffto drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously