GRE Word List
GARISH
overbright in color; unpleasantly bright; gaudy
The meaning of the word garish is overbright in color; unpleasantly bright; gaudy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| elliptical | elliptic; oval; of an ellipse; containing an ellipsis; ambiguous either purposely or because key words have been left out |
| qualify | reach a necessary standard; limit the meaning of something stated |
| ascetic | practicing self-denial; avoiding physical pleasures and comforts; austere; Ex. ascetic life of Buddhist monks; N. asceticism |
| aspirant | seeker after position or status |
| opportune | timely; well-chosen |
| testator | maker of a will; CF. testatrix |
| lancet | small surgical tool for making incisions |
| tout | promote or publicize (one's goods or service); praise excessively (as a form of advertisement); CF. advertise |
| ratify | approve formally; confirm; verify |
| cerebral | pertaining to the brain or intellect; intellectual rather than emotional; CF. cerebrum |
