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
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
supernumeraryexceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number
noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
munificentvery liberal in giving or bestowing (see bestow
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
rambleto move aimlessly from place to place
epicureone with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine
generalitythe quality or state of being general
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper