GRE Word List
HALCYON
characterized by happiness, great success, and prosperity : golden
The meaning of the word halcyon is characterized by happiness, great success, and prosperity : golden.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| peruse | to examine or consider with attention and in detail : study |
| snip | a small piece that is snipped off |
| cynosure | the northern constellation Ursa Minor |
| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
| incongruity | the quality or state of being incongruous |
| monumental | serving as or resembling a monument : massive |
| hummock | a rounded knoll or hillock |
| remorse | a gnawing distress arising from a sense of guilt for past wrongs : self-reproach |
| prodigy | a highly talented child or youth |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |