GRE Word List
DISPARATE
markedly distinct in quality or character
The meaning of the word disparate is markedly distinct in quality or character.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hue_and_cry | outcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule |
| hostage | a person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| orthography | the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage |
| brusque | markedly short and abrupt |
| saline | consisting of or containing salt |
| impious | not pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent |
| recalcitrant | obstinately defiant of authority or restraint |
| hue | overall character or appearance to the mind : complexion |
| harass | exhaust |