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 |
|---|---|
| ablution | the washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite) |
| palpable | capable of being touched or felt : tangible |
| fodder | something fed to domestic animals |
| legacy | a gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest |
| witticism | a cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark |
| maniacal | affected with or suggestive of madness |
| regimen | a systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient |
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| dissension | disagreement |
| obstinate | stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion |