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 |
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| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| charlatan | quack |
| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
| abate | to decrease in force or intensity |
| smattering | superficial piecemeal knowledge |
| ogle | to glance with amorous invitation or challenge |
| antecede | precede |
| spatula | a flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting |
| prong | fork |
| frieze | a heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface |