GRE Word List
BRUSQUE
markedly short and abrupt
The meaning of the word brusque is markedly short and abrupt.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tantalize | to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach |
| draconian | of, relating to, or characteristic of Draco or the severe code of laws held to have been framed by him |
| resilient | characterized or marked by resilience: such as |
| defame | to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel |
| novice | a person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community |
| inquisitive | given to examination or investigation |
| plagiarize | to steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own : use (another's production) without crediting the source |
| capitulate | to surrender often after negotiation of terms |
| limp | to walk lamely |
| hovel | an open shed or shelter |