GRE Word List
CANARD
a false or unfounded report or story
The meaning of the word canard is a false or unfounded report or story.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| depredation | to lay waste : plunder |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| buffoon | a ludicrous figure : clown |
| inanimate | not animate: |
| taper | to become progressively smaller toward one end |
| unruly | not readily ruled, disciplined, or managed |
| subsidy | a grant or gift of money: such as |
| misdemeanor | a crime less serious than a felony (see felony |
| distrait | apprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted |
| luscious | having a delicious taste or smell : sweet |