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).
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sullen | gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed |
| carefree | free from care: such as |
| hyperbole | extravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones") |
| pessimism | an inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome |
| preeminent | having paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding |
| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
| frolicsome | full of gaiety : playful |
| waif | a stray person or animal |
| engross | to copy or write in a large hand |
| overbearing | tending to overwhelm : overpowering |