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
palpablecapable of being touched or felt : tangible
hilarityboisterous merriment or laughter
respirationthe movement of air or dissolved gases into and out of the lungs
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
wantonmerciless
cadaverousof or relating to a corpse
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
rectitudethe quality or state of being straight
quailany of numerous small gallinaceous birds: such as
gruesomeinspiring horror or repulsion : grisly