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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| adverse | acting against or in a contrary direction : hostile |
| salutary | producing a beneficial effect : remedial |
| taunt | to reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at |
| contingent | dependent on or conditioned by something else |
| minuscule | very small |
| defrock | to deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office |
| remiss | negligent in the performance of work or duty : careless |
| opprobrium | something that brings disgrace |
| sham | a trick that deludes : hoax |
| zany | very eccentric (see eccentric |