GRE Word List

DEMURE

reserved

The meaning of the word demure is reserved.

Random words

WordMeaning
traumaticpsychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems
restraintan act of restraining : the state of being restrained
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
capaciouscontaining or capable of containing a great deal
meteoricof or relating to a meteor
betrothto promise to marry
invocationthe act or process of petitioning for help or support
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
well-bredhaving or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class