GRE Word List
BURNISH
to make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
The meaning of the word burnish is to make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pose | to set forth or offer for attention or consideration |
| abstain | to choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice |
| gull | any of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae) |
| resurge | to undergo a resurgence |
| labyrinth | a place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys |
| obstinate | stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion |
| sobriety | the quality or state of being sober |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| annotate | to make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment |
| savory | having savor: such as |