GRE Word List

BUNGLE

to act or work clumsily and awkwardly

The meaning of the word bungle is to act or work clumsily and awkwardly.

Random words

WordMeaning
condoneto regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless
shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer
anonymitythe quality or state of being anonymous
fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
apprehensiveviewing the future with anxiety or alarm : feeling or showing fear or apprehension about the future
bereftdeprived or robbed of the possession or use of something
delveexcavate
tannerone that tans hides
slougha place of deep mud or mire