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
shirkto go stealthily : sneak
tentativenot fully worked out or developed
feeblemindedimpaired in intellectual ability : affected with intellectual disability
prevalentgenerally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
promoteto advance in station, rank, or honor : raise
bogusnot genuine : counterfeit
stellarof or relating to the stars : astral
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally