GRE Word List
ENSCONCE
shelter
The meaning of the word ensconce is shelter.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incongruity | the quality or state of being incongruous |
| reduce | to draw together or cause to converge : consolidate |
| fathom | a unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water |
| mute | unable to speak : lacking the power of speech |
| feint | something feigned |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| inundate | overwhelm |
| derelict | abandoned especially by the owner or occupant |
| introvert | a person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone |
| venal | capable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable |