GRE Word List
GAUNT
excessively thin and angular
The meaning of the word gaunt is excessively thin and angular.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| interpolate | to alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter |
| irreverence | lack of reverence |
| impair | to diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse |
| marshal | a high official in the household of a medieval king, prince, or noble originally having charge of the cavalry but later usually in command of the military forces |
| nurture | training |
| lackluster | lacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull |
| coy | marked by cute, coquettish, or artful playfulness |
| credulity | readiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence |
| choleric | easily moved to often unreasonable or excessive anger : hot-tempered |
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |