GRE Word List

DESCRY

to catch sight of

The meaning of the word descry is to catch sight of.

Random words

WordMeaning
cogitateto ponder or meditate on usually intently
sparseof few and scattered elements
wastrelvagabond
addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted
transientpassing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory
disquisitiona formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse
clichea trite phrase or expression
canarda false or unfounded report or story
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
eschewto avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun