GRE Word List

BLEAK

exposed and barren and often windswept

The meaning of the word bleak is exposed and barren and often windswept.

Random words

WordMeaning
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
shudderto tremble convulsively : shiver
grandiosecharacterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration
lionizeto treat as an object of great interest or importance
protuberancesomething that is protuberant
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
dioramaa scenic representation in which a partly translucent painting is seen from a distance through an opening
bolstera long pillow or cushion
insightfulexhibiting or characterized by insight
chasteinnocent of unlawful sexual intercourse