GRE Word List
BALMY
having the qualities of balm : soothing
The meaning of the word balmy is having the qualities of balm : soothing.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| remote | separated by an interval or space greater than usual |
| pomposity | pompous demeanor, speech, or behavior |
| euphemism | the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant |
| tart | agreeably sharp or acid to the taste |
| freebooter | pirate |
| aureole | a radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage |
| mincing | affectedly dainty or delicate |
| nondescript | belonging or appearing to belong to no particular class or kind : not easily described |
| galvanize | to subject to the action of an electric current especially for the purpose of stimulating physiologically |
| foolhardy | foolishly adventurous and bold : rash |