GRE Word List
GULL
any of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae)
The meaning of the word gull is any of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| confiscate | appropriated by the government : forfeited |
| odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |
| nefarious | flagrantly wicked or impious : evil |
| wreak | bring about |
| quarantine | a period of 40 days |
| embroil | to throw into disorder or confusion |
| ghastly | terrifyingly horrible to the senses : frightening |
| poseur | a person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person |
| threat | an expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage |