GRE Word List
FLORID
very flowery in style : ornate
The meaning of the word florid is very flowery in style : ornate.
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| horticultural | the science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants |
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| diabolical | of, relating to, or characteristic of the devil : devilish |
| exigency | that which is required in a particular situation |
| squander | to spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate |
| gaunt | excessively thin and angular |
| cadet | a younger brother or son |
| acrimonious | angry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner |
| disdain | a feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn |
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |