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.

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WordMeaning
lushgrowing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage
sanctiona formal decree
impoliticnot politic : unwise
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
incubateto sit on (eggs) so as to hatch by the warmth of the body
rescindto take away : remove
unwarrantedlacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified
misdemeanora crime less serious than a felony (see felony
gentlefree from harshness, sternness, or violence
crossa structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution