GRE Word List

GLOSS

a surface luster or brightness : shine

The meaning of the word gloss is a surface luster or brightness : shine.

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WordMeaning
slacknot using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
exhortto incite by argument or advice : urge strongly
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
convoketo call together to a meeting
savoryhaving savor: such as
pillagethe act of looting or plundering especially in war
circuita usually circular line encompassing an area
azurethe blue color of the clear sky