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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| scurvy | a disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes |
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| jumble | to move in a confused or disordered manner |
| ensue | to strive to attain : pursue |
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| abstemious | marked by restraint especially in the eating of food or drinking of alcohol |
| colossal | of, relating to, or resembling a colossus |
| capitulate | to surrender often after negotiation of terms |