GRE Word List
FETID
having a heavy offensive smell
The meaning of the word fetid is having a heavy offensive smell.
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| diminution | the act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease |
| indifferent | marked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic |
| tentative | not fully worked out or developed |
| toga | the loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome |
| sedate | keeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled |
| pachyderm | any of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin |
| frolic | full of fun : merry |
| disgruntle | to make ill-humored or discontented |
| affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
| jest | a joking or mocking remark |