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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ascribe | to refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing |
| ulterior | going beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper |
| procrastinate | to put off intentionally and habitually |
| sumptuous | extremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent |
| idle | not occupied or employed: such as |
| apprise | to give notice to : tell |
| defrock | to deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office |
| infer | to derive as a conclusion from facts or premises |
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |
| toga | the loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome |