GRE Word List
IMPERVIOUS
not allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable
The meaning of the word impervious is not allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hazardous | involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm) |
| skim | to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance |
| brawny | muscular |
| practical | of, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal |
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| rancid | having an unpleasant smell or taste usually from chemical change or decomposition |
| fissure | a narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting |
| cite | to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) |
| sleigh | an open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice |
| undertaker | one who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur |