GRE Word List
ENTERPRISING
marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
The meaning of the word enterprising is marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| conglomeration | the act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated |
| simile | a figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor |
| chasm | a deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge |
| inarticulate | incapable of giving coherent, clear, or effective expression to one's ideas or feelings |
| shuffle | to mix in a mass confusedly : jumble |
| spat | squabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel |
| stalwart | marked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit |
| fallible | liable to be erroneous |
| histrionic | deliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical |
| hostage | a person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement |