GRE Word List
GOURMAND
one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking
The meaning of the word gourmand is one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fecundity | fruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific |
| mammoth | any of a genus (Mammuthus) of extinct Pleistocene mammals of the elephant family distinguished from recent elephants by highly ridged molars, usually large size, very long tusks that curve upward, and well-developed body hair |
| comatose | of, resembling, or affected with coma |
| ramshackle | appearing ready to collapse : rickety |
| dais | a raised platform (as in a hall or large room) |
| court | the residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary |
| mealymouthed | not plain and straightforward : devious |
| supernumerary | exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number |
| facilitate | to make easier : help bring about |
| unsavory | insipid |