GRE Word List
GAUDY
flashy; showy
The meaning of the word gaudy is flashy; showy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| aboriginal | being the first of its kind in a region; primitive; native; indigenous; N. aborigine |
| myopic | nearsighted; lacking foresight; N. myopia |
| meretricious | flashy; tawdry; attractive on the surface but of no real value; Ex. metericious argument/jewel; CF. prostitute |
| apropos | with reference to; regarding; Ex. remarks apropos (of) the present situation; ADJ. ADV. |
| venturesome | (of a person) bold; adventurous; daring; (of an action) risky |
| shudder | shake uncontrollably; tremble; V. |
| matinee | dramatic or musical performance given in the afternoon |
| attentive | alert and watchful; listening carefully; paying attention; considerate; thoughtful; politely helpful; Ex. attentive audience; Ex. He was attentive to the old lady; N. attentions: act of courtesy and consideration |
| embroil | throw into confusion; involve in strife, dispute, or quarrel; entangle; CF. imbroglio |
| intrepid | fearless |
