GRE Word List
HIDEOUS
offensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly
The meaning of the word hideous is offensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indecisive | marked by or prone to indecision : irresolute |
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| servitude | a condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life |
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| conspire | plot |
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| aureole | a radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage |
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| reprehensible | worthy of or deserving reprehension : culpable |
| indite | make up |