GRE Word List
CALLOUS
being hardened and thickened
The meaning of the word callous is being hardened and thickened.
Random words
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desolate | devoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted |
miscellany | separate writings collected in one volume |
undermine | to subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly |
recipient | one that receives : receiver |
disbar | to expel from the bar or the legal profession : deprive (an attorney) of legal status and privileges |
lethargic | of, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish |
outlandish | of or relating to another country : foreign |
devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |
proletarian | a member of the proletariat |
concede | to acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly |