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.

Random words

WordMeaning
succumbto yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
phoenixa legendary bird which according to one account lived 500 years, burned itself to ashes on a pyre, and rose alive from the ashes to live another period
irreverencelack of reverence
arcadea long arched building or gallery
humorthat quality which appeals to a sense of the ludicrous or absurdly incongruous : a funny or amusing quality
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
nemesisthe Greek goddess of retributive justice
monasticof or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns