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
granulateto form or crystallize into grains or granules
rousinggiving rise to excitement : stirring
abaseto lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem
egressa place or means of going out : exit
impassableincapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted
neophytea new convert : proselyte
limberhaving a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile
jabberto talk rapidly, indistinctly, or unintelligibly
polarizeto cause to vibrate in a definite pattern
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate