GRE Word List
FACULTY
mental or bodily powers; teaching staff
The meaning of the word faculty is mental or bodily powers; teaching staff.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| poise | good judgment with composure; balance; V: place in a carefully balanced position |
| halfhearted | exhibiting little interest or enthusiasm |
| insuperable | insurmountable; unbeatable; Ex. insuperable difficulties |
| outmoded | no longer in fashion or use; no longer stylish; old-fashioned |
| squat | short and thick; stocky; Ex. ugly squat tower; V. N. |
| lap | take in food or drink with one's tongue; splash gently; Ex. waves lapping the shore; N: front area from the waist to the knees of a seated person |
| ingratiate | become popular with; bring (oneself) in favor of another; Ex. ingratiate himself with the boss |
| transmute | transform; change; convert to something different |
| philology | study of language or words |
| wistful | sadly thoughtful (because of desires or memories); sadly pensive; vaguely longing |
