GRE Word List

CONTRITE

feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.

The meaning of the word contrite is feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc..

Random words

WordMeaning
compilationthe act or process of compiling
blueslow spirits : melancholy
harbingersomething that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come
aliasotherwise called : otherwise known as
bloatedoverfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc.
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
detachedstanding by itself : separate
impelto urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force
turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
provisionalserving for the time being : temporary