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 |
|---|---|
| limp | to walk lamely |
| decry | to depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly |
| dissident | disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| pallid | deficient in color : wan |
| irreproachable | not reproachable : blameless |
| outfit | the act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition) |
| overwrought | extremely excited : agitated |
| orient | to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group |
| masquerade | a social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes |