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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contrivance | a thing contrived |
| niggle | trifle |
| glean | to gather grain or other produce left by reapers |
| frieze | a heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface |
| stipple | to engrave by means of dots and flicks |
| decollete | wearing a strapless or low-necked dress |
| nexus | connection |
| cordon | an ornamental cord or ribbon |
| preposterous | contrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd |
| reticent | inclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved |