GRE Word List
BRUSQUE
markedly short and abrupt
The meaning of the word brusque is markedly short and abrupt.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| whiff | a quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray |
| forward | near, being at, or belonging to the forepart |
| slight | having a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body |
| chaperon | a person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety |
| flick | a light sharp jerky stroke or movement |
| solace | to give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console |
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |
| vegetate | to lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind |
| mangy | affected with or resulting from mange |
| castigation | to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism |