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
nomadicof, relating to, or characteristic of nomads
empiricaloriginating in or based on observation or experience
alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook
impedeto interfere with or slow the progress of
noisomenoxious
nattytrimly neat and tidy : smart
secessionwithdrawal into privacy or solitude : retirement
nauseateto become affected with nausea
pedanticof, relating to, or being a pedant
patrimonyan estate inherited from one's father or ancestor