GRE Word List
CONTUSION
injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise
The meaning of the word contusion is injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| longevity | a long duration of individual life |
| horde | a political subdivision of central Asian nomads |
| hamper | to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede |
| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |
| endearment | a word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection |
| auspicious | showing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious |
| malfeasance | wrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official |
| dowdy | not neat or becoming in appearance : shabby |
| effulgent | radiant splendor : brilliance |