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 |
|---|---|
| indigenous | produced, growing, living, or occurring natively or naturally in a particular region or environment |
| extraneous | existing on or coming from the outside |
| primp | to dress, adorn, or arrange in a careful or finicky manner |
| raffle | to engage in a raffle |
| anomalous | inconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| pass_off | present falsely; represent falsely to be |
| mote | a small particle : speck |
| plaudit | an act or round of applause |
| precedent | prior in time, order, arrangement, or significance |