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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blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
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deputizeto appoint as deputy
figurinea small carved or molded figure : statuette
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
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dispenseto divide and share out according to a plan : to deal out in portions
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hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults