GRE Word List
GAUNT
excessively thin and angular
The meaning of the word gaunt is excessively thin and angular.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| parsimony | the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift |
| retaliate | to return like for like |
| covenant | a usually formal, solemn, and binding agreement : compact |
| assert | to state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively |
| pontifical | episcopal attire |
| nib | bill |
| bequeath | to give or leave by will (see will |
| charisma | a personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader) |
| retribution | recompense |
| halcyon | characterized by happiness, great success, and prosperity : golden |