GRE Word List
AWL
a pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood)
The meaning of the word awl is a pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nugatory | of little or no consequence : trifling |
| hatch | a small door or opening (as in an airplane or spaceship) |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| connubial | of or relating to the married state : conjugal |
| brink | edge |
| pulsate | to throb or move rhythmically : vibrate |
| bewitch | to influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft |
| carcinogenic | producing or tending to produce cancer |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |