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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| kindred | of a similar nature or character : like |
| enterprising | marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act |
| ablution | the washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite) |
| vindictive | disposed to seek revenge : vengeful |
| jabber | to talk rapidly, indistinctly, or unintelligibly |
| patent | open to public inspection |
| impasse | a predicament affording no obvious escape |
| cryptic | secret |
| parsimony | the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift |
| annuity | a sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals |