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 |
|---|---|
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| subversive | the act of subverting : the state of being subverted |
| carnage | the flesh of slain animals or humans |
| flick | a light sharp jerky stroke or movement |
| manifold | marked by diversity or variety |
| violate | break |
| motif | a usually recurring salient thematic element (as in the arts) |
| arcade | a long arched building or gallery |
| impenitent | not penitent |
| roster | a roll or list of personnel |