GRE Word List
GUISE
a form or style of dress : costume
The meaning of the word guise is a form or style of dress : costume.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dispatch | to send off or away with promptness or speed |
| beware | to be on one's guard |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| suffragist | one who advocates extension of suffrage especially to women |
| dabble | to work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest |
| enduring | lasting |
| unction | the act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing |
| nectar | the drink of the Greek and Roman gods |
| ichthyology | a branch of zoology that deals with fishes |
| repine | to feel or express dejection or discontent : complain |