GRE Word List
DEMURE
reserved
The meaning of the word demure is reserved.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pachyderm | any of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin |
| dogmatic | characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts |
| furtive | done in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious |
| ventilate | to expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing |
| brazen | made of brass |
| squelch | to fall or stamp on so as to crush |
| propinquity | nearness of blood : kinship |
| ligneous | of or resembling wood |
| parochial | of or relating to a church parish |
| supplicate | to make a humble entreaty |