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
scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
salientmoving by leaps or springs : jumping
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
introspectivecharacterized by examination of one's own thoughts and feelings : thoughtfully reflective : employing, marked by, or tending to introspection
myriadten thousand
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper
kudospraise given for achievement
pedestriancommonplace
predisposeto dispose in advance