GRE Word List

GENTLE

free from harshness, sternness, or violence

The meaning of the word gentle is free from harshness, sternness, or violence.

Random words

WordMeaning
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
intersticea space that intervenes between things
skirmisha minor fight in war usually incidental to larger movements
ignominydeep personal humiliation and disgrace
humorthat quality which appeals to a sense of the ludicrous or absurdly incongruous : a funny or amusing quality
mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention
hazarda source of danger
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
limberhaving a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile