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
quashto suppress or extinguish summarily and completely
communalof or relating to one or more communes
meretriciousof or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution
intermediarymediator
statutea law enacted by the legislative branch of a government
personifyto conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure
disaffecteddiscontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious
superciliouscoolly and patronizingly haughty