GRE Word List
GAFFE
a social or diplomatic blunder
The meaning of the word gaffe is a social or diplomatic blunder.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| shimmer | to shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer |
| iota | an infinitesimal amount : jot |
| inequity | injustice |
| lag | one that lags or is last |
| effervescence | the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing |
| artless | lacking art, knowledge, or skill : uncultured |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| overthrow | overturn |
| retain | to keep in possession or use |
| flirt | to move erratically : flit |