GRE Word List
FIASCO
a complete failure
The meaning of the word fiasco is a complete failure.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| defunct | no longer living, existing, or functioning |
| irreparable | not reparable : irremediable |
| luscious | having a delicious taste or smell : sweet |
| sanctimonious | hypocritically pious or devout |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
| potentate | ruler |
| impending | occurring or likely to occur soon : upcoming |
| acetic | vinegary |
| vignette | a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper |
| aquiline | curving like an eagle's beak |