GRE Word List
GLEAN
to gather grain or other produce left by reapers
The meaning of the word glean is to gather grain or other produce left by reapers.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| drudgery | dull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor |
| elysium | the abode of the blessed after death in classical mythology |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| resourceful | able to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means |
| inane | lacking significance, meaning, or point : silly |
| canvass | to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments |
| whimsy | whim |
| infinitesimal | immeasurably or incalculably small |
| indulgent | willing to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence |
| mimicry | an instance of mimicking |