GRE Word List
IMPASSE
a predicament affording no obvious escape
The meaning of the word impasse is a predicament affording no obvious escape.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| allude | to make indirect reference |
| figurative | representing by a figure or resemblance : emblematic |
| demagogue | a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power |
| comestible | edible |
| tedium | the quality or state of being tedious : tediousness |
| resort | one that affords aid or refuge : resource |
| combustible | capable of combustion |
| multiplicity | the quality or state of being multiple or various |
| fallow | of a light yellowish-brown color |
| perquisite | a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages |