GRE Word List

GRISLY

inspiring horror or intense fear

The meaning of the word grisly is inspiring horror or intense fear.

Random words

WordMeaning
somaticof, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
palleta straw-filled tick or mattress
gingerlyvery cautious or careful
scorchto burn a surface of so as to change its color and texture
masqueradea social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument
minutiaea minute or minor detail
distillto let fall, exude, or precipitate (see precipitate
advocateone who defends or maintains a cause or proposal