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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aromaticof, relating to, or having aroma:
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tempestuousof, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent
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misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
prestigestanding or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion
crypticsecret
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