GRE Word List
BUMP
a relatively abrupt convexity or protuberance on a surface: such as
The meaning of the word bump is a relatively abrupt convexity or protuberance on a surface: such as.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| unconscionable | shockingly unfair or unjust |
| equivocate | to use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive |
| expurgate | to cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous |
| coroner | a usually elected public officer who is typically not required to have specific medical qualifications and whose principal duty is to inquire by an inquest into the cause of any death which there is reason to suppose is not due to natural causes compare medical examiner |
| hue | overall character or appearance to the mind : complexion |
| shack | hut |
| forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |
| slake | subside |
| opiate | an alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance |
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |