GRE Word List
FICKLE
marked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
The meaning of the word fickle is marked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| taxonomist | the study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics |
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| sarcasm | a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain |
| dowse | to plunge into water |
| irreconcilable | impossible to reconcile |
| brood | the young of an animal or a family of young |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |
| conducive | tending to promote or assist |
| headlong | headfirst |
| shard | a piece or fragment of a brittle substance |