GRE Word List

CHISEL

a metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal)

The meaning of the word chisel is a metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal).

Random words

WordMeaning
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
sophistrysubtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
belligerentinclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
mangyaffected with or resulting from mange
compartmenta separate division or section
mayhemneedless or willful damage or violence