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
ligneousof or resembling wood
manifoldmarked by diversity or variety
embraceto clasp in the arms : hug
embellishto make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
pugnacityhaving a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
spendthrifta person who spends improvidently or wastefully
dourstern
indictto charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law