GRE Word List

GRUMBLE

to mutter in discontent

The meaning of the word grumble is to mutter in discontent.

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WordMeaning
synthesisthe composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
defunctno longer living, existing, or functioning
propitiousfavorably disposed : benevolent
rompone that romps
indignationanger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean
orgysecret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing
wardthe action or process of guarding
addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted
preento groom with the bill especially by rearranging the barbs and barbules of the feathers and by distributing oil from the uropygial gland