GRE Word List

BEELINE

a straight direct course

The meaning of the word beeline is a straight direct course.

Random words

WordMeaning
sporadicoccurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances
franticemotionally out of control
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
mysticmystical
smeltany of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste
harpinga plucked stringed instrument consisting of a resonator, an arched or angled neck that may be supported by a post, and strings of graded length that are perpendicular to the soundboard
animusa usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will
yena strong desire or propensity
puissanthaving puissance : powerful
lagoona shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water