GRE Word List

DOLOROUS

causing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief

The meaning of the word dolorous is causing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief.

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WordMeaning
concurrentoperating or occurring at the same time
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glareto shine with a harsh uncomfortably brilliant light
meditationa discourse intended to express its author's reflections or to guide others in contemplation
construeto analyze the arrangement and connection of words in (a sentence or sentence part)
improprietyan improper or indecorous act or remark
capriciousgoverned or characterized by caprice : impulsive
rationalhaving reason or understanding
disquietudeanxiety
indigentsuffering from extreme poverty : impoverished