GRE Word List
DEADPAN
marked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression
The meaning of the word deadpan is marked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
| carapace | a bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab) |
| maroon | a dark red |
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| quaff | to drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously |
| strangle | to choke to death by compressing the throat with something (such as a hand or rope) : throttle |
| intolerant | unable or unwilling to endure |
| aristocracy | government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class |
| dupe | one that is easily deceived or cheated : fool |
| repine | to feel or express dejection or discontent : complain |