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.

Random words

WordMeaning
refractiondeflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
deprecateto express disapproval of
rueto feel penitence, remorse, or regret for
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish
labilereadily or continually undergoing chemical, physical, or biological change or breakdown : unstable
notableworthy of note : remarkable
chaplaina clergyman in charge of a chapel
multiformhaving many forms or appearances