GRE Word List
CANKER
an erosive or spreading sore
The meaning of the word canker is an erosive or spreading sore.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nefarious | flagrantly wicked or impious : evil |
| repulse | to drive or beat back : repel |
| austere | stern and cold in appearance or manner |
| canvass | to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments |
| dominant | commanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others |
| ponderous | of very great weight |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
| proxy | the agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another |
| menial | a person doing menial work |