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
intriguethe practice of engaging in secret schemes
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
glimmerto shine faintly or unsteadily
pinchto squeeze between the finger and thumb or between the jaws of an instrument
convolutedhaving convolutions
commodiouscomfortably or conveniently spacious : roomy
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
adagea saying often in metaphorical form that typically embodies a common observation
titanichaving great magnitude, force, or power : colossal