GRE Word List

AWRY

off the correct or expected course : amiss

The meaning of the word awry is off the correct or expected course : amiss.

Random words

WordMeaning
bereftdeprived or robbed of the possession or use of something
hierarchya division of angels
syllogisma deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable")
transientpassing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory
coincorner
condimentssomething used to enhance the flavor of food
wagto be in motion : stir
concentrichaving a common center
swipea strong sweeping blow
slakesubside