GRE Word List
DROLL
having a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality
The meaning of the word droll is having a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| austere | stern and cold in appearance or manner |
| ploy | escapade |
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| straggle | to wander from the direct course or way : rove |
| blowhard | an arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart |
| delineate | to describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail |
| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |
| erudite | having or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition |
| bristle | a short stiff coarse hair or filament |
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |