GRE Word List

GARISH

clothed in vivid colors

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

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accretionthe process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
prohibitivetending to prohibit or restrain
volleythe flight of the ball (as in volleyball or tennis) or its course before striking the ground
amnestythe act of an authority (such as a government) by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals
blowhardan arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
pestlea usually club-shaped implement for pounding or grinding substances in a mortar see mortar illustration
chroniclea historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation
ambushto attack by surprise from a hidden place : waylay