GRE Word List

FURTIVE

done in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious

The meaning of the word furtive is done in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious.

Random words

WordMeaning
travestya debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
preponderancea superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength
gourmandone who is excessively fond of eating and drinking
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
sinewyfull of sinews: such as
simperto smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner
intelligentsiaintellectuals who form an artistic, social, or political vanguard or elite
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily
presumeto undertake without leave or clear justification : dare