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

WordMeaning
deployto extend (a military unit) especially in width
evocativeevoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response
credencemental acceptance as true or real
concessionthe act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat)
sherbeta cold drink of sweetened and diluted fruit juice
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
presumptuousoverstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties
maniacalaffected with or suggestive of madness
hackneyedlacking in freshness or originality
headfirstwith the head foremost