GRE Word List

CARRION

dead and putrefying flesh

The meaning of the word carrion is dead and putrefying flesh.

Random words

WordMeaning
retiringreserved
dismantleto disconnect the pieces of
peerone that is of equal standing with another : equal
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
ornatemarked by elaborate rhetoric (see rhetoric
enervatelacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
triflesomething of little value, substance, or importance
ineffableincapable of being expressed in words : indescribable