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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enthrallto hold spellbound : charm
fruitionpleasurable use or possession : enjoyment
ascertainto find out or learn with certainty
mashto reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure
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elatedmarked by high spirits : exultant
implausiblenot plausible : provoking disbelief
leavena substance (such as yeast) used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid
guisea form or style of dress : costume