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 |
|---|---|
| gentle | free from harshness, sternness, or violence |
| reinstate | to place again (as in possession or in a former position) |
| tint | a usually slight or pale coloration : hue |
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |
| lot | an object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with |
| soporific | causing or tending to cause sleep |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| whorl | a drum-shaped section on the lower part of a spindle in spinning or weaving machinery serving as a pulley for the tape drive that rotates the spindle |
| dishonor | lack or loss of honor or reputation |
| confiscate | appropriated by the government : forfeited |