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
sluicean artificial passage for water (as in a millstream) fitted with a valve or gate for stopping or regulating flow
tactfulhaving or showing tact
epitheta characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing
sustainto give support or relief to
immobilitynot moving : motionless
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
inconsequentialof no significance : unimportant
pervasiveexisting in or spreading through every part of something
covenanta usually formal, solemn, and binding agreement : compact
soddendull or expressionless especially from continued indulgence in alcoholic beverages