GRE Word List

CONTORTIONS

to twist in a violent manner

The meaning of the word contortions is to twist in a violent manner.

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WordMeaning
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
iniquitouscharacterized by iniquity
disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn
pastoralof, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen
precociousexceptionally early in development or occurrence
toxiccontaining or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts
lustera glow of reflected light : sheen
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision