GRE Word List

HOMESPUN

spun or made at home

The meaning of the word homespun is spun or made at home.

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WordMeaning
repulsionthe action of repulsing : the state of being repulsed
distinctionthe act of perceiving someone or something as being not the same and often treating as separate or different : the distinguishing of a difference
routa state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat
congealto change from a fluid to a solid state by or as if by cold
turncoatone who switches to an opposing side or party
timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
nostruma medicine of secret composition recommended by its preparer but usually without scientific proof of its effectiveness
snipa small piece that is snipped off
sensualrelating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly
forestallto exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures