GRE Word List

BRISK

keenly alert : lively

The meaning of the word brisk is keenly alert : lively.

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WordMeaning
burlesquea literary or dramatic work that seeks to ridicule by means of grotesque exaggeration or comic imitation
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anthropologistthe science of human beings
gaita manner of walking or moving on foot
lardera place where food is stored : pantry
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary
speechlessunable to speak : dumb
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction
aversiona feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome