GRE Word List

DAPPLED

marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background

The meaning of the word dappled is marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background.

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WordMeaning
attenuateto lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken
philanderera man who has sexual relations with many women
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
foolhardyfoolishly adventurous and bold : rash
jocundmarked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness
sonorousproducing sound (as when struck)
procrastinateto put off intentionally and habitually
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
wiltloose freshness; droop
irateroused to ire