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
cronea cruel or ugly old woman
enclavea distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory
lookoutone engaged in keeping watch : watchman
yieldto bear or bring forth as a natural product especially as a result of cultivation
execrateto declare to be evil or detestable : denounce
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
gaudyostentatiously or tastelessly ornamented
beneficialproducing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned