GRE Word List

DEMURE

reserved

The meaning of the word demure is reserved.

Random words

WordMeaning
lushgrowing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage
orthographythe art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage
sustainto give support or relief to
notcha V-shaped indentation
indentationthe blank space produced by indenting : indention
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
leave-takingdeparture
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
vauntedhighly or widely praised or boasted about
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly