GRE Word List
GRIM
fierce in disposition or action : savage
The meaning of the word grim is fierce in disposition or action : savage.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| altruistic | relating to or given to altruism: |
| maul | a heavy often wooden-headed hammer used especially for driving wedges |
| defame | to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel |
| presume | to undertake without leave or clear justification : dare |
| obstinate | stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion |
| condescend | to assume an air of superiority |
| meretricious | of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution |
| furtive | done in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious |
| maniacal | affected with or suggestive of madness |
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |