GRE Word List
FIREBRAND
a piece of burning wood
The meaning of the word firebrand is a piece of burning wood.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| kinetic | of or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith |
| indelible | that cannot be removed, washed away, or erased |
| melancholy | depression of spirits : dejection |
| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| cull | to select from a group : choose |
| gaudy | ostentatiously or tastelessly ornamented |
| charm | the chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation |
| heyday | the period of one's greatest popularity, vigor, or prosperity |
| amicable | characterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable |