GRE Word List
GLIB
showing little forethought or preparation : offhand
The meaning of the word glib is showing little forethought or preparation : offhand.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| replenish | to fill or build up again |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| disdain | a feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn |
| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
| hoax | to trick into believing or accepting as genuine something false and often preposterous |
| wake | to be or remain awake |
| reminiscence | apprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence |
| asinine | extremely or utterly foolish or silly |
| prohibitive | tending to prohibit or restrain |
| rider | one that rides |