GRE Word List
DEMENTED
mad
The meaning of the word demented is mad.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| relinquish | to withdraw or retreat from : leave behind |
| opiate | an alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance |
| importunate | troublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand |
| buttress | a projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |
| viscous | having a thick or sticky consistency : viscid |
| malicious | having or showing a desire to cause harm to someone : given to, marked by, or arising from malice |
| terminus | either end of a transportation line or travel route |
| refute | to prove wrong by argument or evidence : show to be false or erroneous |
| spangle | a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing |