GRE Word List
COWER
shrink quivering as from fear; cringe
The meaning of the word cower is shrink quivering as from fear; cringe.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| putrefy | make or become putrid; N. putrefaction |
| base | contemptible; morally bad; inferior in value or quality; Ex. base motives/conduct; Ex. base metal such as iron |
| sybarite | lover of luxury; person devoted to pleasure and luxury; CF. Sybaris: an ancient Greek city in Italy |
| thespian | pertaining to drama; N: actor or actress |
| hideous | repulsive to the sight; ugly; repugnant; Ex. hideous face/scream |
| helm | steering wheel of a ship; position of control |
| prophylactic | used to prevent disease; N: something prophylactic; condom; N. prophylaxis: prevention of disease |
| erotic | pertaining to passionate love or sexual love |
| provision | act of providing; something provided; preparatory measure; provisions: necessary supplies (esp. food); stipulation; condition in an agreement; Ex. According to the provisions of the agreement |
| voluble | fluent; talkative; glib; N. volubility |
