GRE Word List
BARB
sharp projection from fishhook, arrow, or other object; openly cutting remark
The meaning of the word barb is sharp projection from fishhook, arrow, or other object; openly cutting remark.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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base | contemptible; morally bad; inferior in value or quality; Ex. base motives/conduct; Ex. base metal such as iron |
pithy | concise and meaningful; substantial; meaty |
anthology | book of literary selections by various authors; CF. omnibus |
orgy | wild drunken revelry; unrestrained indulgence in an activity; Ex. orgy of shopping |
spectrum | colored band produced when a beam of light passes through a prism; broad and continuous range; Ex. whole spectrum of modern thoughts |
festive | joyous; celebratory; relating to a feast or festival |
comeuppance | deserts; well-deserved punishment or misfortune; rebuke |
enlist | (cause to) join the armed forces; obtain (help, sympathy, or support) |
bouillon | clear beef (or meat) soup |
append | attach |