GRE Word List
GHASTLY
terrifyingly horrible to the senses : frightening
The meaning of the word ghastly is terrifyingly horrible to the senses : frightening.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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remediable | capable of being remedied |
squabble | a noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters |
quirk | an abrupt twist or curve |
anathema | someone or something intensely disliked or loathed |
transpire | to take place : go on |
breach | infraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard |
consecrate | dedicated to a sacred purpose |
chaperon | a person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety |
appropriate | especially suitable or compatible : fitting |
fanaticism | fanatic outlook or behavior |