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
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
brevityshortness of duration
wizardrythe art or practices of a wizard : sorcery
cruxa puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
swear-wordword considered offensive; Ex. ``bloody''
impertinentgiven to or characterized by insolent rudeness
sadisticof, relating to, or characterized by sadism
evoketo call forth or up: such as
adulationextreme or excessive admiration or flattery