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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
