GRE Word List
BOISTEROUS
violent; rough; noisy
The meaning of the word boisterous is violent; rough; noisy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| appraise | estimate value of; N. appraisal |
| truism | self-evident truth |
| rapt | engrossed; absorbed; enchanted; Ex. rapt listener |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
| contend | struggle; compete; assert earnestly; state strongly |
| refurbish | renovate; make clean, bright, or fresh (make new) again; make bright by polishing; Ex. refurbish an old theater; CF. furbish: polish |
| precursor | forerunner; predecessor |
| compromise | adjust or settle by making mutual concessions; endanger the interests or reputation of; put into danger, disrepute, or a dishonorable position; Ex. compromise one's principle; N. |
| tension | stretching; condition of being stretched; mental strain; strained relationship between groups or people |
| chore | daily domestic task (such as cleaning, cooking, and shopping); unpleasant task |