GRE Word List
CROTCHETY
given to crotchets (see crotchet
The meaning of the word crotchety is given to crotchets (see crotchet.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| monochrome | a painting, drawing, or photograph in a single hue |
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| constituent | a member of a constituency |
| windfall | something (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind |
| divulge | to make known (something, such as a confidence or secret) |
| hazy | made dim or cloudy by or as if by fine dust, smoke, or light vapor in the air : obscured by or as if by haze (see haze |
| turmoil | a state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion |
| benison | blessing |
| loft | an upper room or floor : attic |
| nascent | coming or having recently come into existence |