GRE Word List
GRIEVANCE
a cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
The meaning of the word grievance is a cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| slavish | of or characteristic of someone held in forced servitude |
| cower | to shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays |
| hut | an often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack |
| spare | not being used |
| gadfly | any of various flies (such as a horsefly, botfly, or warble fly) that bite or annoy livestock |
| daunt | to lessen the courage of : cow |
| serenity | the quality or state of being serene |
| engaging | tending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive |
| bigot | a person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices |
| bane | a source of harm or ruin : curse |