GRE Word List

DESCRY

to catch sight of

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

Random words

WordMeaning
undulatinghaving a wavy surface, edge, or markings
perigeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth
enterprisea project or undertaking that is especially difficult, complicated, or risky
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
decimateto select by lot and kill every tenth man of
eclipsethe total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another
mockto treat with contempt or ridicule : deride
deifyto make a god of
ovoidresembling an egg in shape : ovate
impunityexemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss