GRE Word List
BUGABOO
an imaginary object of fear
The meaning of the word bugaboo is an imaginary object of fear.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length |
| gibe | to utter taunting words |
| venerate | to regard with reverential respect or with admiring deference |
| execute | to carry out fully : put completely into effect |
| reckon | count |
| unprepossessing | not tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing |
| metamorphosis | change of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means |
| pensive | musingly or dreamily thoughtful |
| uniformity | the quality or state of being uniform |
| transient | passing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory |