GRE Word List

DEMURE

reserved

The meaning of the word demure is reserved.

Random words

WordMeaning
bewitchto influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
rectitudethe quality or state of being straight
lubricateto make smooth or slippery
cavaliermarked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
epitheta characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing
cannyclever
compulsorymandatory
grillto broil on a grill