GRE Word List

CHECKERED

marked by alternating squares of different colors, shades, or materials

The meaning of the word checkered is marked by alternating squares of different colors, shades, or materials.

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WordMeaning
lethargicof, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish
garbledmade unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up
provincialthe superior of a province of a Roman Catholic religious order
enraptureto fill with delight
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment
importuneto press or urge with troublesome persistence
astutehaving or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever
volatilecharacterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change
pungentsharply painful
hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede