GRE Word List

FLUKE

flatfish

The meaning of the word fluke is flatfish.

Random words

WordMeaning
carnivoroussubsisting or feeding on animal tissues
ensueto strive to attain : pursue
effeminatehaving feminine qualities untypical of a man : not manly in appearance or manner
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
deducibleto determine by reasoning or deduction
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment
perigeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth
squanderto spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate
veritythe quality or state of being true or real