GRE Word List

DOUR

stern

The meaning of the word dour is stern.

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WordMeaning
emendto correct usually by textual alterations
mincingaffectedly dainty or delicate
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
tomebook
acuitykeenness of perception
humblenot proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive
gestateto carry in the uterus during pregnancy
libidinoushaving or marked by lustful desires : lascivious
submergeto put under water
figmentsomething made up or contrived