GRE Word List
GLOSS
a surface luster or brightness : shine
The meaning of the word gloss is a surface luster or brightness : shine.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mentor | a friend of Odysseus entrusted with the education of Odysseus' son Telemachus |
| toxic | containing or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation |
| sadistic | of, relating to, or characterized by sadism |
| outwit | to get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart |
| querulous | habitually complaining |
| array | to dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn |
| hide | to put out of sight : secrete |
| nurse | a person who cares for the sick or infirm |
| obsidian | a dark natural glass formed by the cooling of molten lava |
| boor | peasant |