GRE Word List

BUGABOO

an imaginary object of fear

The meaning of the word bugaboo is an imaginary object of fear.

Random words

WordMeaning
fanciedimagined or believed to be true or real
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
ineffableincapable of being expressed in words : indescribable
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
invulnerableincapable of being wounded, injured, or harmed
retiringreserved
hacklesone of the long narrow feathers on the neck or saddle of a bird
expediteto accelerate the process or progress of : speed up
confidentialmarked by intimacy or willingness to confide
juncturea point of time