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

WordMeaning
epauletsomething that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as
aquilinecurving like an eagle's beak
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament
disclaimto make a disclaimer
burnishto make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
impenetrableincapable of being penetrated or pierced
extemporaneouscomposed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu
accoladea mark of acknowledgment : award