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.

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WordMeaning
helma lever or wheel controlling the rudder of a ship for steering
impaleto pierce with or as if with something pointed
accessiblecapable of being reached
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
apoliticalhaving no interest or involvement in political affairs
aegisa shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena
windfallsomething (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
disheartento cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale