GRE Word List

GARISH

clothed in vivid colors

The meaning of the word garish is clothed in vivid colors.

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WordMeaning
imperilto bring into peril : endanger
fetishan object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner
arroyoa watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region
gregarioustending to associate with others of one's kind : social
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
mimicryan instance of mimicking
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
ventilateto expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing
renegadea deserter from one faith, cause, or allegiance to another
decryto depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly