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

WordMeaning
manifestationthe act, process, or an instance of manifesting
impenetrableincapable of being penetrated or pierced
distantseparated in space : away
remorsea gnawing distress arising from a sense of guilt for past wrongs : self-reproach
gingerlyvery cautious or careful
limnto draw or paint on a surface
paraphernaliathe separate real or personal property of a married woman that she can dispose of by will and sometimes according to common law during her life
halfheartedlacking heart, spirit, or interest
sensitizationthe action or process of sensitizing
touchymarked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation