GRE Word List

BANTERING

to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner

The meaning of the word bantering is to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner.

Random words

WordMeaning
expatiateto move about freely or at will : wander
subversivethe act of subverting : the state of being subverted
conjectureinference formed without proof or sufficient evidence
amicablecharacterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable
placidserenely free of interruption or disturbance
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
pronehaving a tendency or inclination : being likely
slacknot using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent
yokela naive or gullible inhabitant of a rural area or small town
leave-takingdeparture