GRE Word List
DIRE
exciting horror
The meaning of the word dire is exciting horror.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| appreciate | to grasp the nature, worth, quality, or significance of |
| insidious | having a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle |
| tender | marked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond |
| aegis | a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena |
| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| parish | the ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor |
| exertion | the act or an instance of exerting |
| heedless | not taking heed : inconsiderate |
| sidereal | of, relating to, or expressed in relation to stars or constellations : astral |
| solace | to give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console |