GRE Word List
DILEMMA
a usually undesirable or unpleasant choice
The meaning of the word dilemma is a usually undesirable or unpleasant choice.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| glossary | a collection of textual glosses or of specialized terms with their meanings |
| chasten | to correct by punishment or suffering : discipline |
| extol | to praise highly : glorify |
| irksome | tending to irk : tedious |
| assimilate | to take into the mind and thoroughly understand |
| skim | to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance |
| compliance | the act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion |
| fetter | a chain or shackle for the feet |
| knotty | marked by or full of knots |
| agog | full of intense interest or excitement : eager |