GRE Word List

ESCAPADE

a usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct

The meaning of the word escapade is a usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct.

Random words

WordMeaning
superficialof, relating to, or located near a surface
screecha high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
fathomlessincapable of being fathomed : immeasurable
analgesican agent producing diminished sensation to pain without loss of consciousness : a drug that is used to relieve pain and produce analgesia
dissuadeto advise (a person) against something
quicksilvermercury
comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort
adaptto make fit (as for a new use) often by modification