GRE Word List

CRESTFALLEN

having a drooping crest or hanging head

The meaning of the word crestfallen is having a drooping crest or hanging head.

Random words

WordMeaning
besmirchto cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully
browseto eat (tender shoots, twigs, leaves of trees and shrubs, etc.) : to consume as browse (see browse
travestya debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
volubleeasily rolling or turning : rotating
rusticateto go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life
quizzicalcomically quaint
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
transparenthaving the property of transmitting light without appreciable scattering so that bodies lying beyond are seen clearly : pellucid
extrudeto force, press, or push out