GRE Word List
DIRE
exciting horror
The meaning of the word dire is exciting horror.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| depose | to remove from a throne or other high position |
| throes | pang |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| brochure | pamphlet |
| comestible | edible |
| diverge | to move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart |
| nefarious | flagrantly wicked or impious : evil |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| leniency | the quality or state of being lenient |
| contusion | injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise |