GRE Word List
BLANDISHMENT
flattery
The meaning of the word blandishment is flattery.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| carat | unit of weight for precious stones; measure of the purity of gold |
| disgorge | surrender something (stolen); eject; vomit; OP. gorge |
| universal | characterizing or affecting all; general; present everywhere; of the universe; cosmic; Ex. universal agreement; Ex. a subject of universal interest |
| diligence | steadiness of effort; persistent hard work |
| munificent | very generous in giving; Ex. munificent benefactor; N. munificience |
| delve | dig; search deeply; investigate |
| slink | move furtively; ADJ. slinky: stealthy; furtive; sneaky (as in ambush) |
| circlet | small ring; band of gold, silver, jewel, etc. (worn on the head, arms, or neck as decoration) |
| plausible | conceivably true; having a show of truth but open to doubt; specious |
| suckle | give or take milk at the breast or udder |
