GRE Word List
CALAMITY
a disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress and suffering
The meaning of the word calamity is a disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress and suffering.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| slipshod | wearing loose shoes or slippers |
| profligate | wildly extravagant |
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| discount | a reduction made from the gross (see gross |
| coalition | the act of coalescing : union |
| enamored | affected by strong feelings of love, admiration, or fascination |
| refurbish | to brighten or freshen up : renovate |
| vintner | a wine merchant |
| slack | not using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent |
| stammer | to make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter |