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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| defoliate | to deprive of leaves especially prematurely |
| elaborate | planned or carried out with great care |
| brunt | the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack) |
| inane | lacking significance, meaning, or point : silly |
| smolder | to burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| perturb | to cause to be worried or upset : disquiet |
| unsullied | not soiled or tarnished : not sullied |
| preternatural | existing outside of nature |
| compartment | a separate division or section |