GRE Word List

HIRSUTE

hairy

The meaning of the word hirsute is hairy.

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WordMeaning
dilapidateddecayed, deteriorated, or fallen into partial ruin especially through neglect or misuse
ecstasya state of overwhelming emotion
snuffleto snuff or sniff usually audibly and repeatedly
transmuteto change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
slipshodwearing loose shoes or slippers
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
perverseturned away from what is right or good : corrupt
gentryupper or ruling class : aristocracy