GRE Word List
ELASTIC
capable of recovering size and shape after deformation
The meaning of the word elastic is capable of recovering size and shape after deformation.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| portend | to give an omen or anticipatory sign of |
| levity | excessive or unseemly frivolity |
| guise | a form or style of dress : costume |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
| contention | a point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument |
| gruesome | inspiring horror or repulsion : grisly |
| efficacy | the power to produce an effect |
| snivel | to run at the nose |
| shyster | a person who is professionally unscrupulous especially in the practice of law or politics : pettifogger |