GRE Word List
DEVIOUS
roundabout; erratic; deviating from the straight course; not straightforward; not completely honest; Ex. devious route
The meaning of the word devious is roundabout; erratic; deviating from the straight course; not straightforward; not completely honest; Ex. devious route.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ennui | boredom; listlessness and dissatisfaction resulting from lack of interest; CF. annoy |
| subsidy | direct financial aid by government, etc.; V. subsidize: assist with a subsidy |
| waylay | ambush; lie in wait for and attack |
| dishonor | disgrace; N. ADJ. dishonorable |
| bully | one who is habitually cruel to weaker people; V. |
| incessant | uninterrupted; unceasing |
| expropriate | take possession of (often for public use and without payment) |
| finite | limited |
| outfit | clothing or equipment for a special purpose; Ex. cowboy outfit |
| document | provide written evidence (for a claim); record with documents; N. |
