GRE Word List

FORMIDABLE

causing fear, dread, or apprehension

The meaning of the word formidable is causing fear, dread, or apprehension.

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WordMeaning
succorrelief
resourcefulable to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means
underhandin a clandestine manner
forebearsancestor
conducivetending to promote or assist
tolla tax or fee paid for some liberty or privilege (as of passing over a highway or bridge)
bereavementthe state or fact of being bereaved or deprived of something or someone
distortto twist (see twist
circumlocutionthe use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea
gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers