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
slickhaving a smooth surface : slippery
factotuma person having many diverse activities or responsibilities
chicanerydeception by artful subterfuge or sophistry : trickery
cadencethe beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity
eccentricitythe quality or state of being eccentric
forteone's strong point
egressa place or means of going out : exit
pertsaucily free and forward : flippantly cocky and assured
lapa loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor