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 |
|---|---|
| pert | saucily free and forward : flippantly cocky and assured |
| amorphous | having no definite form : shapeless |
| spangle | a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing |
| barrister | a counsel admitted to plead at the bar and undertake the public trial of causes in an English superior court compare solicitor |
| jaunty | sprightly in manner or appearance : lively |
| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| vigil | the act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary |
| 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 |
| supple | compliant often to the point of obsequiousness |
| antipathy | a strong feeling of dislike |