GRE Word List
BEARING
the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
The meaning of the word bearing is the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| scurry | to move in or as if in a brisk pace : scamper |
| metaphor | a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money) |
| hut | an often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| corollary | a proposition (see proposition |
| reputed | having a good repute : reputable |
| glitter | to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle |
| truculence | the quality or state of being truculent |
| concentric | having a common center |
| glaze | to furnish or fit with glass |