GRE Word List
CONTORTIONS
to twist in a violent manner
The meaning of the word contortions is to twist in a violent manner.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| accede | to express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand |
| iniquitous | characterized by iniquity |
| disdain | a feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn |
| pastoral | of, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen |
| precocious | exceptionally early in development or occurrence |
| toxic | containing or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation |
| precis | a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts |
| luster | a glow of reflected light : sheen |
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |
| jettison | to get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision |