GRE Word List
HUMDRUM
monotonous
The meaning of the word humdrum is monotonous.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| beset | to set or stud with or as if with ornaments |
| antagonism | opposition of a conflicting force, tendency, or principle |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| flaunt | to display or obtrude oneself to public notice |
| skeptic | an adherent or advocate of skepticism |
| orator | one who delivers an oration |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| ecclesiastic | ecclesiastical |
| silt | loose sedimentary material with rock particles usually ¹/₂₀ millimeter or less in diameter |
| raze | to destroy to the ground : demolish |