GRE Word List
GRUESOME
inspiring horror or repulsion : grisly
The meaning of the word gruesome is inspiring horror or repulsion : grisly.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| armada | a fleet of warships |
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| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
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| eloquence | discourse marked by force and persuasiveness |
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