GRE Word List

BLUES

low spirits : melancholy

The meaning of the word blues is low spirits : melancholy.

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WordMeaning
deprecateto express disapproval of
quiescentmarked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest
ceremoniousdevoted to forms and ceremony
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
sleighan open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice
assumptiona taking to or upon oneself
anointto smear or rub with oil or an oily substance
euthanasiathe act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy
dispatchto send off or away with promptness or speed
pugilistfighter