GRE Word List

GRUFF

rough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect

The meaning of the word gruff is rough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect.

Random words

WordMeaning
flaccidnot firm or stiff
jollitythe quality or state of being jolly : merriment
malaisean indefinite feeling of debility or lack of health often indicative of or accompanying the onset of an illness
pulchritudephysical comeliness
linguisticof or relating to language or linguistics
reinstateto place again (as in possession or in a former position)
lubricateto make smooth or slippery
galleya ship or boat propelled solely or chiefly by oars: such as
militantengaged in warfare or combat : fighting
fancifulmarked by fancy or unrestrained imagination rather than by reason and experience