GRE Word List
DEFUNCT
no longer living, existing, or functioning
The meaning of the word defunct is no longer living, existing, or functioning.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pedagogy | the art, science, or profession of teaching |
| gnome | maxim |
| betoken | to typify beforehand : presage |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| vainglorious | marked by vainglory : boastful |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| ford | a shallow part of a body of water that may be crossed by wading |
| hoodwink | to deceive by false appearance : dupe |
| baffle | to defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert |
| rave | to talk irrationally in or as if in delirium |