GRE Word List
EFFULGENT
shining brightly; brilliant
The meaning of the word effulgent is shining brightly; brilliant.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| torrent | rushing stream; flood; Ex. The rain fell in torrents. |
| fumble | move the fingers and hands awkwardly (in search of something); mishandle or drop a ball that is in play; bungle; botch; spoil by mishandling; N. |
| squat | short and thick; stocky; Ex. ugly squat tower; V. N. |
| retrench | cut down; cut down expenses; economize |
| imperceptible | unnoticeable; impossible to perceive; undetectable |
| fawning | courting favor by cringing and flattering; V. fawn: exhibit affection as a dog; seek favor or attention by obsequiousness |
| parry | ward off a blow; deflect; Ex. He parried the unwelcome question very skillfully; N. CF. 막는다는 개념이 아님 |
| oath | solemn promise; blasphemous use of sacred words to express strong feelings; swear-word; Ex. ``For Christ's sake'' |
| thrive | prosper; flourish |
| refulgent | effulgent; brilliant; brightly shining; gleaming; Ex. refulgent moon |