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 |
|---|---|
| seine | a large net with sinkers on one edge and floats on the other that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose and catch fish when its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore |
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| brink | edge |
| complementary | serving to fill out or complete |
| sibling | sib |
| humane | marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals |
| topple | to fall from or as if from being top-heavy |
| emissary | one designated as the agent of another : representative |
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
| obsequious | marked by or exhibiting a fawning attentiveness |