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
coagulateto cause to become viscous or thickened into a coherent mass : curdle
cowthe mature female of cattle (genus Bos)
rustleto make or cause a rustle
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
crassgross
perennialpresent at all seasons of the year
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context