GRE Word List

GLEAM

a transient appearance of subdued or partly obscured light

The meaning of the word gleam is a transient appearance of subdued or partly obscured light.

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WordMeaning
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
prophylacticguarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection
cascadea steep usually small fall of water
pugilistfighter
contiguousbeing in actual contact : touching along a boundary or at a point
forgea furnace or a shop with its furnace where metal is heated and wrought : smithy
kineticof or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith
irresoluteuncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating
prosperto succeed in an enterprise or activity