GRE Word List

GRIM

fierce in disposition or action : savage

The meaning of the word grim is fierce in disposition or action : savage.

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WordMeaning
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
epitaphan inscription on or at a tomb or a grave in memory of the one buried there
chipa small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off
prostratestretched out with face on the ground in adoration or submission
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
tactfulhaving or showing tact
gibeto utter taunting words
materialisma theory that physical matter is the only or fundamental reality and that all being and processes and phenomena can be explained as manifestations or results of matter (see matter
slagthe dross or scoria of a metal
stipenda fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses