GRE Word List
CONUNDRUM
riddle; difficult problem
The meaning of the word conundrum is riddle; difficult problem.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hysteria | excessive or uncontrollable excitement; N. hysteric: person suffering from hysteria; CF. hysterics: attack of hysteria |
| platonic | purely spiritual; theoretical; without sensual desire |
| renounce | abandon; give up (by formal announcement); disown; repudiate; Ex. renounce one's claim to the property/one's religion; N. renunciation |
| redolent | odorous; fragrant; suggestive (of an odor); Ex. redolent of onions/mystery |
| draft | first rough form; conscription; draught; V: make a draft of; conscript |
| reverie | daydream; abstracted musing |
| quaff | drink with zest; drink with relish(zest; hearty enjoyment); ČÜČ©ČÜČ© ž¶œĂŽÙ; CF. sip |
| affidavit | written statement made under oath (for use as proof in a court of law) |
| abject | (of a condition) wretched; as low as possible; lacking pride; very humble; showing lack of self-respect; Ex. abject apology |
| retribution | deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back |
