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.

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WordMeaning
presumeto undertake without leave or clear justification : dare
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serpentineof or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement)
homeostasisa relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group
prodigiouscausing amazement or wonder
antagonismopposition of a conflicting force, tendency, or principle
forensicbelonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate
misogamya hatred of marriage
arcadea long arched building or gallery
confideto have confidence : trust