GRE Word List
DEVISE
to form in the mind by new combinations or applications of ideas or principles : invent
The meaning of the word devise is to form in the mind by new combinations or applications of ideas or principles : invent.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mealymouthed | not plain and straightforward : devious |
| manifest | readily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight |
| disparity | a noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity |
| edifice | building |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| retrograde | having or being motion in a direction contrary to that of the general motion of similar bodies and especially east to west among the stars |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| relinquish | to withdraw or retreat from : leave behind |
| gloss | a surface luster or brightness : shine |