GRE Word List
BANE
a source of harm or ruin : curse
The meaning of the word bane is a source of harm or ruin : curse.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| diatribe | a bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing |
| indecision | a wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution |
| fraudulent | characterized by, based on, or done by fraud : deceitful |
| extrovert | a person whose personality is characterized by extroversion : a typically gregarious and unreserved person who enjoys and seeks out social interaction |
| nepotism | favoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship |
| provender | dry food for domestic animals : feed |
| statute | a law enacted by the legislative branch of a government |
| embrace | to clasp in the arms : hug |
| cozen | to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery |
| conjure | to charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly |