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
tacitexpressed or carried on without words or speech
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently
credentialwarranting credit or confidence
chagrindisquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure
valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
edifyto instruct and improve especially in moral and religious knowledge : uplift
kudospraise given for achievement
paucitysmallness of number : fewness
whima capricious or eccentric and often sudden idea or turn of the mind : fancy
wrongheadedstubborn in adherence to wrong opinion or principles