GRE Word List

HUMDRUM

monotonous

The meaning of the word humdrum is monotonous.

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portendto give an omen or anticipatory sign of
sportivefrolicsome
avuncularsuggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality
fractioustending to be troublesome : unruly
vindictivedisposed to seek revenge : vengeful
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
elaborationplanned or carried out with great care
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement
acknowledgeto recognize the rights, authority, or status of