GRE Word List

COMPELLING

that compels: such as

The meaning of the word compelling is that compels: such as.

Random words

WordMeaning
understateto represent as less than is the case
triflesomething of little value, substance, or importance
aghaststruck with terror, amazement, or horror : shocked and upset
sonorousproducing sound (as when struck)
aloftat or to a great height
feralof, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast
gustoan individual or special taste
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
parryto ward off a weapon or blow
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease