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 |
|---|---|
| transmute | to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form |
| inhibit | to prohibit from doing something |
| vertex | the top of the head |
| muted | being mute : silent |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| archaic | having the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses |
| swill | wash |
| arduous | hard to accomplish or achieve : difficult |
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