GRE Word List

DOWDY

not neat or becoming in appearance : shabby

The meaning of the word dowdy is not neat or becoming in appearance : shabby.

Random words

WordMeaning
corroborateto support with evidence or authority : make more certain
deb\^aclesudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
corpusclea minute particle
aversiona feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it
stifleto withhold from circulation or expression
deferput off
betrothto promise to marry
quaffto drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously
pareto trim off an outside, excess, or irregular part of