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 |
|---|---|
| gnarl | snarl |
| humdrum | monotonous |
| compensatory | to be equivalent to : counterbalance |
| maternal | of, relating to, belonging to, or characteristic of a mother : motherly |
| ideology | a manner or the content of thinking characteristic of an individual, group, or culture |
| disabuse | to free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy |
| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| fancier | one that has a special liking or interest |
| dys- | abnormal |