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 |
|---|---|
| forswear | to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath |
| prone | having a tendency or inclination : being likely |
| surfeit | an overabundant supply : excess |
| cursive | running |
| apparition | an unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon |
| dapper | neat and trim in appearance |
| jettison | to get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision |
| primal | original |
| parsimony | the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift |
| prohibitive | tending to prohibit or restrain |