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 |
|---|---|
| incoherent | lacking coherence: such as |
| cower | to shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays |
| mute | unable to speak : lacking the power of speech |
| ostentatious | attracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation |
| sojourn | a temporary stay |
| askance | with disapproval or distrust : scornfully |
| compound | something formed by a union of elements or parts |
| apiculture | the keeping of bees especially on a large scale |
| sly | wise in practical affairs |
| invert | to reverse in position, order, or relationship |