GRE Word List
CONTUSION
bruise
The meaning of the word contusion is bruise.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| slovenly | untidy; careless in work habits; slipshod; N. sloven: one who is habitually untidy or careless |
| apposite | appropriate; fitting |
| exotic | not native; from another part of the world; strange; intriguingly unusual; Ex. exotic flower/dress |
| mettle | courage (to continue bravely in spite of difficulties); spirit; ADJ. mettlesome |
| fulsome | disgustingly excessive; offensively flattering; Ex. fulsome praise/expressions of admire |
| expansive | (of a person) outgoing and sociable; broad and extensive; able to increase in size |
| decelerate | slow down |
| mentor | counselor; teacher |
| mirage | unreal reflection; optical illusion |
| astute | wise; shrewd; keen; seeing quickly something that is to one's advantage |
