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
unravelto disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle
hortatoryhortative
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
rancorbitter deep-seated ill will
untowarddifficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly
speechlessunable to speak : dumb
ameliorateto make better or more tolerable
accostto approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush