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
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hive | a container for housing honeybees |
pulverize | to reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize |
labyrinth | a place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys |
chaff | the seed coverings and other debris separated from the seed in threshing grain |
faction | a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique |
ratify | to approve and sanction formally : confirm |
salubrious | favorable to or promoting health or well-being |
animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
distort | to twist (see twist |
thrive | to grow vigorously : flourish |