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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vignette | a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper |
| seethe | to suffer violent internal excitement |
| delusive | likely to delude |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| adroit | having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations |
| bereft | deprived or robbed of the possession or use of something |
| consensus | general agreement : unanimity |
| mendacious | given to or characterized by deception or falsehood or divergence from absolute truth |
| mollify | to soothe in temper or disposition : appease |
| fuddle | booze |