GRE Word List
BALMY
having the qualities of balm : soothing
The meaning of the word balmy is having the qualities of balm : soothing.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| allude | to make indirect reference |
| nominal | of, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction |
| plumb | a lead weight attached to a line and used to indicate a vertical direction |
| broil | to cook by direct exposure to radiant heat : grill |
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| apolitical | having no interest or involvement in political affairs |
| chimerical | existing only as the product of unchecked imagination : fantastically visionary (see visionary |
| stint | a period of time spent at a particular activity |
| solicitous | manifesting or expressing solicitude |