GRE Word List

DIRE

exciting horror

The meaning of the word dire is exciting horror.

Random words

WordMeaning
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra
arborealof, relating to, or resembling a tree
extrudeto force, press, or push out
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
recalcitrantobstinately defiant of authority or restraint
astralof, relating to, or coming from the stars
snickerto laugh in a covert or partly suppressed manner : titter
glareto shine with a harsh uncomfortably brilliant light
recitala detailed account : enumeration
frugalitythe quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift